Childminder in Wakefield

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children flourish and thrive in this inspiring and enabling environment. They are highly motivated to investigate and learn through play. Children feel very content and secure in the care of the childminder. They form exceptionally strong relationships with her, and she is an excellent role model to them. The childminder has exceedingly high expectations of children and works tirelessly to ensure they have the very best experiences. She involves children in local events in the community and also takes them on outings to the park and farm and to playgroup sessions. Here, children develop their social skills and understanding of differences as they meet with other children and adults. For example, they learn how to use sign language to strengthen their communication skills. The childminder understands how these enriching opportunities contribute to deepening children's experiences of the wider world. Children are full of confidence. The pleasure they

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The provision is outstanding

show taking part in activities is palpable, for example, when playing musical instruments and singing familiar songs. The childminder treats children with the greatest respect and is extremely mindful of their needs. This gives children very high levels of emotional security. Children gain a solid foundation from which to thoroughly enjoy their learning. They have exceptionally high levels of achievement.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has worked hard to maintain the outstanding levels of education and care since her last inspection. She demonstrates an exceptional drive and vision to offer a superb provision for every child and their family. The childminder monitors her practice through robust self-reflection and evaluation. This underpins her commitment to continually deliver excellent quality care and learning experiences. The childminder is highly effective in seeking training opportunities to continually refresh her knowledge. She works closely with the local authority and embeds her expertise into her daily practice. n Partnerships with parents are exceptional. The childminder works collaboratively to ensure that children are supported incredibly well. Parents are extremely involved in their children's learning. For example, children take an 'Ask me about' sticker home. On the sticker the childminder writes something specific

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about their child's day. This has proved a highly effective way of supporting speech and language development. Parents can ask their children pertinent questions. They also send 'shout out' notes back to the childminder. Children eagerly hang these on the playroom tree. The notes are used to inform the childminder about children's achievements at home. n The childminder is highly skilled at extending young children's learning, for instance during a pizza making activity. Initially, children draw a picture of a pizza. They then use an application on the childminder's computer to carry out

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19 February 2020 the actions of mixing the pizza dough and adding the toppings using the touchscreen. These activities strengthen young children's muscle control and their coordination, skills required to support early writing. The childminder continues to scaffold learning throughout the activity. Children complete a wooden pizza puzzle, before making their own pizza. They are thrilled to chop mushrooms, add tomato sauce and select from a wide range of ingredients to suit their own tastes. New vocabulary includes 'spread' and 'sprinkle' as children put the cheese on the top. The childminder constantly models new language and she provides a running commentary as children play. n Children have excellent opportunities each day to be physically active and play in the fresh air. The childminder ensures that children's physical well-being and good health are promoted effectively. Children learn about nature and the

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natural world around them. Most recently they have been taking part in initiatives such as the 'Big Garden Birdwatch'. Together with the childminder, they have provided feeders and a bath to entice the birds into the garden. During their play, children continue to point to the birds they see and talk about them with the childminder. n Children are encouraged to make choices to support their growing independence. For instance, they choose when to have snack or play outside. They know they are listened to and valued by the childminder. Children learn new skills very quickly. They demonstrate high levels of self-esteem. The childminder ensures children are emotionally resilient, confident and capable when they go to nursery or to school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an extensive knowledge of how to keep children safe. She has a comprehensive range of safeguarding policies and procedures. The childminder uses these policies to underpin her knowledge and practice and to share valuable information with parents. She has a secure understanding of what might be a cause for concern and the procedures she needs to follow to protect children. Additional training on wider safeguarding issues, including child sexual exploitation and the 'Prevent' duty, enables her to further safeguard children. The childminder's risk assessments of her home and outings are thorough. She actively promotes children's safety and well-being throughout the day.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY269619 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 10117353 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 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 17 May 2013

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Pontefract. She operates from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home used for childcare. She talked about the different activities she provides to support children's learning and development. n The inspector observed activities and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning. She spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. The inspector took account of parents' views through their written comments. n The childminder discussed with the inspector her plans for ongoing professional development and continuous improvement. n The inspector looked at a selection of documents, including evidence of suitability checks and statutory documents such as the first-aid certificate and public liability insurance.

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19 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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19 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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