Childminder, Out-of school day care in Leeds

This provision meets requirements

The childminder and children have warm trusting relationships. Children enjoy sitting with the childminder for cuddles and more boisterous play, such as sitting on his shoulders and taking part in action songs and rhymes. Children express their views about their childminder and say that 'He is the best childminder ever'. The childminder complements children's learning in school. He is aware of areas of learning where children need additional support, such as in mathematics and literacy. He devises fun activities to incorporate these to help children make better progress.

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This provision meets requirements

During school holidays, children enjoy outings to places of interest, such as sea life and activity centres. This helps children develop an understanding of their community and the world around them.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder also promotes children's self-esteem effectively. He talks with children about having 'superpowers', such as ingenuity and risk taking and encourages children to use these skills as they play.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder is aware of the potential effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on children and families. Children and their parents have adapted to the new routines in place and follow these well.

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need to do better?

n Children enjoy a good range of activities and experiences. For example, they take part in lots of art and craft activities, such as making puppets and creating objects using construction sets. The childminder works closely with the children, giving clear instructions for children to follow to enable them to achieve good results. n The childminder respects children's ideas, opinions and views. Children continually make choices and are eager to follow their own interests and join in with a range of interesting experiences. Children are encouraged to be independent and take part in the preparation of meals. This boosts self-esteem and confidence in their abilities. n The childminder manages children's behaviour, on the whole, effectively. However, there are times when children are not given explanations as to why certain behaviour is unwanted. This does not consistently help them understand the effect of their behaviour on themselves and others.

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n Children are provided with a good range of healthy, nutritious food. Fruit is always accessible and children help themselves. The childminder provides children with clear messages about foods that are good for them. Children follow

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9 November 2021 good hygiene measures and understand why this is important. n Children learn how to stay safe. They learn about road safety, stranger danger and take part in the regular fire drills. n The childminder reviews and monitors his practice effectively. He seeks the views of parents and children and incorporates these into his plans to further develop his setting. He keeps up to date with training to benefit the outcomes for children. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder works closely with parents to enhance children's care and learning. They share information regularly about what children have been doing in the home, childminding setting and in school. Parents say that their children are happy in the childminder's care and enjoy the fun activities.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder carries out daily safety checks to help ensure that children play in a safe environment. He has a good understanding of safeguarding and is aware of the potential risks that children and their families may face. He knows the procedures to follow should he have concerns about a child's welfare. He updates his safeguarding training and is aware of wider safeguarding issues, such as how children can be exposed to extreme or radical views. A robust system is in place to ensure that children are only collected by authorised individuals to keep children safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2583657 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10209700 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 13 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. He is situated in Leeds, West Yorkshire. He opens Monday to Saturday from 7am to 7.30pm, all year round, except for family and bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and inspector discussed the activities and how the setting and resources are used. n The inspector observed the activities. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of adults in the setting. n The inspector took the views of parents into account.

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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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