Childminder EY435318

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children are full of confidence and share delightful relationships with each other and the childminder. They feel safe and have great fun as they learn to play cooperatively. This has a positive impact on children's well-being and the rapid development of their social and emotional needs. Babies give smiles and eagerly explore a wide range of interesting toys and tactile materials. All children laugh with delight during singing time. The childminder is an excellent role model and treats children with the greatest respect and is very mindful of their needs. As a result, children's behaviour is excellent. The childminder has high expectations and works tirelessly to ensure children have the very best experiences. Children develop an extremely positive and enthusiastic attitude towards learning. For example, they work collaboratively and persevere as they try out different ways to connect the train track and build a bridge. When they manage, they show great pride in their

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The provision is good

achievement. Well-thought-out homemade resources support children to extend their understanding of stories and characters. For instance, older children use their imagination to create their own storyline using props and small-world toys. They confidently recall familiar stories, recite their favourite lines and enjoy talking about the characters.

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need to do better?

n The childminder organises her home with thought and care to ensure that children have access to a wealth of toys and play equipment appropriate to their age. She has a secure knowledge of children's individual development and what she intends them to learn from activities. For example, she successfully interweaves what children need to learn next in exciting and challenging activities that link to their interests. This engages children exceptionally well in their learning. n Children's speech and language skills are promoted well. This is because the childminder gives this area considerable priority. She constantly models language, provides a running commentary, repeats vocabulary and extends sentences with descriptive language. The childminder is adept at responding to children's ideas and thoughts as they play. She uses a wide range of strategies to capture their interest and help them consolidate their knowledge. For

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instance, she communicates her own excitement about books and words. She reads and tells stories in a way that delights children and promotes their participation. n Older children make good progress in their literacy and mathematical development. They can recognise their name in print and are becoming familiar with the sounds that letters make. Older children concentrate intently as they paint pictures of people. Some are able to write their name and recognise text. Children name simple shapes and colours while they play. However, the

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need to do better?

20 February 2020 childminder does not consistently use the correct mathematical terms when describing shape. n The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles, and children understand the importance of washing their hands. She provides a broad range of healthy food and snacks. The childminder uses these important opportunities to develop children's independence well. For example, she encourages children to cut up their fruit and return their cups and plates to the kitchen. n Relationships with parents are good. The childminder communicates effectively with parents on a daily basis and keeps them up to date with their children's achievements. She positively encourages parents to contribute ongoing details from home to enable her to be well informed about children's skills and abilities. However, she is less successful in her attempt to communicate with other early years settings to strengthen the consistency of children's shared care and

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learning. n The childminder works well with other childminders in the local area. Children visit playgroups and enjoy opportunities to mix in larger groups and create friendships with other children. This supports their social skills and helps them to develop a sense of their community. n The childminder reflects on her own practice and evaluates her provision. She identifies areas she can improve further. She recognises the importance of keeping her skills and knowledge up to date and has completed a range of online courses.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an appropriate knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. She is able to recognise signs and symptoms that indicate a child is at risk of abuse and neglect. She is aware of wider safeguarding issues, such as domestic violence and the 'Prevent' duty. The childminder has a suitable policy in place to refer to and she knows what to do in the event an allegation is made against anyone involved with her childminding setting. She knows the records she needs to keep, and the agencies she would need to report any concerns to, in order to safeguard children.

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should:

n develop the use of mathematical language during play by consistently modelling and introducing mathematical terms to children when appropriate n explore further ways to communicate with staff at other settings that children also attend, to strengthen their consistency of shared care and learning experiences even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435318 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10074945 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 to 6 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 29 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in the Clayton area of Bradford, West Yorkshire. She cares for children all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She occasionally works with a part-time assistant. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke with the children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from the written feedback provided.

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Inspection activities

20 February 2020 We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Inspection activities

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