Childminder, Out-of school day care in Kirklees

This provision meets requirements

The very experienced childminder has created a warm, safe and welcoming environment for children. Children are happy and settled. They have formed secure bonds with the childminder. She knows them well and responds to their needs effectively. For example, the childminder understands some of the children become tired after school, so she creates relaxing areas for them to rest in. This helps to support children's emotional well-being and give them a sense of belonging. Children are confident and happily make conversation with the inspector. They eagerly tell her why they like attending. Children excitedly recall past events as they describe how they picked blackberries and made jam in the summer.

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This provision meets requirements

Children respond well to the high behavioural expectations of the childminder. They understand that there are rules and boundaries. For instance, children listen attentively during the walk home from school. The childminder talks to them about road safety and asks them to 'stop', 'look' and 'listen'. Children are respectful to each other and the childminder. They allow others to speak without interrupting and readily say 'please' and 'thank you'.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder regularly evaluates her service. She collects the views of parents to find out what they think she does well and what she could do better. She also asks the children's views, for example when planning activities or places to visit during the holidays.

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n The childminder holds interesting conversations with children. This supports their communication and language. The childminder talks about things that interest them. For example, when holding a discussion about dinosaurs, she seizes the opportunity to introduce more complex words, such as 'extinct', as they discuss when dinosaurs existed. n The childminder is keen to keep her knowledge up to date. She meets regularly with the local childminding group where they share ideas and good practice. In addition, the childminder completes mandatory training. This helps to assure the health and safety of the children in her care. n Children benefit from visits in the local community. They regularly visit the local park where they begin to manage their own risk as they practise their physical skills using the large climbing equipment. This helps to promote children's physical health effectively. n The childminder offers a variety of healthy snacks and drinks. She talks to the

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children about keeping themselves healthy. For example, children readily explain that they only drink water as 'sugary drinks are bad for our teeth'.

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26 February 2020 n The childminder encourages children to be independent. They visit the bathroom, hang up their own coats and help to prepare their own tea. The childminder supports children to persist and keep trying as she helps them to cut their sandwiches in half and apply toppings to their crumpets. n The childminder has formed a good relationship with the local school and finds out what children have been learning. For example, children have been discovering the story of 'Charlotte's Web'. The childminder provides additional resources to further support their interest in this. This helps children to build on their prior learning and supports their continuous learning. n Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder gives regular feedback at the end of the day. Parents give glowing testimonials and are very happy with the care the childminder provides. n Children access a variety of good-quality activities and resources. They choose

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what they would like to do. Children demonstrate a love of reading as they read books they are interested in. Other children join in with card games, learning to negotiate and patiently wait their turn. n The childminder offers regular praise and encouragement. Children glow with pride as the childminder points out the 'superb' drawings they make. This helps to build children's self-esteem and confidence.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows and understands the signs and symptoms which indicate a child may be at risk from harm, including exposure to extremist views and behaviours. She has a good understanding of the reporting procedures she must follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder considers safety within her home and garden. She has created a range of risk assessments which are reviewed regularly. Furthermore, a range of robust policies and procedures are in place to help keep children safe, including when using the internet.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 310853 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10117216 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 5 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 4 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. She operates before and after school, and during school holidays, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed parts of the premises used for childminding purposes. n The inspector spoke with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including evidence of training, policies and procedures, and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector walked from school with the childminder and observed her expectations for children's behaviour. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through the written feedback provided.

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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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