Childminder in Leeds

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder has created a wonderful and safe environment for children to investigate and explore. Children are inquisitive and interested to learn. They ask many questions as they share stories with the childminder. The childminder sensitively develops children's understanding of feelings. For example, she helps children to understand why babies might cry. Children feel emotionally secure and demonstrate happiness. For example, they exclaim out loud and quietly sing to themselves as they play independently. Children have a strong relationship with the childminder. The childminder frequently praises children. This helps them to have high self-esteem and feel confident in the environment. However, she does not consistently help children to pronounce words correctly. This limits children's communication and language skills.

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The provision is good

Children's behaviour is consistently good. They listen carefully to the childminder and follow instructions. The childminder respects children and takes on board their opinions. She is ambitious and has high expectations for children. The childminder continually develops and adapts the resources to meet the needs of the children attending and maximise learning opportunities. She frequently reflects on the standard of care and education that children receive. However, she does not ensure that staff working for her have an effective professional development programme in place. Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder provides parents with easy access to her policies online.

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need to do better?

n Children's mathematical skills are consistently developed. They have many opportunities to count and use language relating to shape. Children count objects in books and successfully complete complex jigsaws. The childminder frequently checks children's understanding by playing games that test their knowledge. She encourages children to explain their thinking. For example, she puts numbers in the wrong order and asks children to resolve the problem. n Children's literacy skills develop well. The childminder reads a range of stories to them with expression and interest. She encourages children to name objects within books and this helps to develop their vocabulary. However, the childminder does not consistently offer children opportunities to practise the pronunciation of new words. This limits their ability to use new language effectively and articulate their ideas clearly. n Children are well prepared for starting school. The childminder consistently

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need to do better?

develops children's independence. She encourages them to wash their hands before snack and guides them on how to fasten the zip on their coat without help. Children select their own resources and equipment and make decisions about when they would like to have snack.

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need to do better?

21 February 2020 n Children's fine motor control is consistently developed. For example, children are offered opportunities to use glue, paintbrushes and chalk. The childminder carefully explains how to use tools and equipment effectively. Children develop control over their large muscles, for example, they learn how to climb on apparatus in the garden. They begin to challenge themselves and take appropriate risks. n Children focus on tasks for extended periods of time and concentrate intently on activities that interest them. For example, they design and make a variety of models using junk materials and joining equipment. Children paint pictures and repeatedly practise moving the paintbrush carefully from side to side. n The childminder provides regular opportunities for children to explore the world around them. She often takes children on train trips and visits to museums to expand their knowledge and link ideas.

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need to do better?

n Although the childminder demonstrates a commitment to continual improvement, she does not provide an effective training package for her staff. This limits their skills and does not enhance teaching knowledge and expertise. n Parents have lots of opportunities to hear about the progress that their children make. The childminder completes regular assessments of children's abilities and provides parents with a comprehensive report on attainment at the end of every academic year. She sends activity books home for parents to use with their children and listens to the views of parents about the skills their children demonstrate at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder recognises the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows what to do if she has concerns about a child and who to contact. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of wider safeguarding issues and the different types of child abuse. She identifies potential risks and removes them. The childminder continually monitors the safety and suitability of resources. She has effective emergency evacuation procedures in place.

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should:

n provide a programme of support and training for staff to increase their knowledge and skills in the seven areas of learning n develop the teaching of communication and language to increase children's ability to pronounce new words correctly and articulate clearly what they know and understand.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550126 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10126929 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the Middleton area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childminding qualification and employs an assistant. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and inspector held a meeting. The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of safeguarding and policies. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder and inspector jointly evaluated an activity that children completed. n The inspector observed the resources available for children and had a tour of the premises.

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Inspection activities

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

21 February 2020 21 February 2020 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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