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

Children explore the warm and welcoming environment which the childminder provides. They have a positive attitude to their learning. Children have their own ideas during their play. They are confident to express their wishes to the childminder. The childminder responds well to children's needs and listens to their views. Children have developed close relationships with the childminder and they settle quickly into her care. They enjoy cuddles with the childminder when they are upset, and take time out to calm down when they need to. Children are happy, safe and secure in the childminder's home. The childminder has high expectations for children. She gives children regular praise when they achieve something new. Children respond well and give 'high fives' to each other. They have high levels of self-esteem.

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The provision is good

The childminder gets to know each child as an individual. She has plans in place to support children's confidence and skills as they move through various transitions in life. The childminder helps children to link their learning back to their home lives. For example, as children build their own creations, the childminder asks them to relate these to events from the weekend. Children explain these joyfully. Additionally, the childminder encourages children to talk about their families. Children are proud to tell the inspector about their parents and siblings. Children have good communication skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses a consistent approach to children's behaviour. She calmly helps children to understand when their actions impact others. Additionally, the childminder encourages children to share items and regulate their emotions when this is a challenge to them. She works with parents to share ways to help children to understand boundaries. As a result, children respond well to the childminder's requests and quickly calm down if they become frustrated. Children play well as part of a group. They socialise with other children and respect people's differences in the community around them. n Children are aware of how to keep themselves clean and healthy. They talk about washing their hands when coming in from outside. Children independently clean their hands before eating. They enjoy a range of healthy foods at the childminder's home. The childminder considers and meets children's dietary needs, following requests from parents. Children spend time outdoors. They go

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need to do better?

for walks within the local area, visit the parks and play in the childminder's garden, when the weather permits. n The childminder recognises the areas in which she needs to develop her practice further. She highlights any training needs and endeavours to add to her already good knowledge about child development and well-being. As a result, children's

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need to do better?

5 October 2021 needs are met and they are cared for in a stimulating and safe home. n Children develop their mathematical skills during their play. They talk about 'little' and 'big' parts of the dough models they are making. Children use a variety of tools that enhance their fine motor skills. The childminder encourages children to make marks during creative activities, to support their early literacy skills. Additionally, she explores books with children and asks them questions to help them to recall and create stories. n Children are able to explore and create their own ideas during their play. However, the childminder occasionally misses opportunities to challenge and extend children's learning in line with their individual development needs. Having said this, children remain engaged and have good concentration skills when activities reflect their interests. n The childminder assesses children from the start and works with parents to

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create a two-way flow of information. However, she does not consistently use her systems for swiftly seeking extra support from other professionals for children who need it. In the main, children's learning needs are supported, and the childminder understands how to work with other agencies when a referral for additional support is complete. Parents are happy with the communication that they receive about their child's progress and any gaps in learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of child abuse and knows what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare. She is aware of broader child protection concerns, such as extreme behaviours and online exploitation. The childminder knows how to help children keep safe when using the internet and technological devices. She keeps her mandatory training up to date, such as paediatric first aid. The childminder is aware of how to administer medication and respond to accidents children may have.

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should:

n create more specific learning intentions for all children to challenge them even further during play n work consistently with other professionals when creating additional support plans for children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY562125 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10191481 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

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 2018 and lives in the Calverley area of Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a suitable childminding qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in the evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector had a learning walk of the areas used by the children and discussed the setting's aims. n Parents' views were taken account of by the inspector. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and the children and reviewed the impact on the children. n The inspector sampled documentation, including evidence of suitability and children's records.

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Inspection activities

5 October 2021 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

5 October 2021 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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