Mrs Lisa Ramsden

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 are very happy, settled and independent. They radiate confidence in a safe and secure environment and they form a close bond with the childminder. New children are offered settling-in visits and the childminder has detailed discussions with parents about their children's needs. The childminder uses this information, alongside focused observations and precise assessments, to create an inspirational learning environment, both indoors and outdoors.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder has an extensive understanding of how young children learn. She applies this skilfully to her decisions about what to teach the children. Children learn to be persistent in their activities, such as fitting jigsaw pieces into the slots. They listen to explanations about turning the pieces round until they are successful. Children thoroughly enjoy their activities. The childminder has adapted her safety measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents drop their children at the door but they can still view information on the noticeboard that has been moved to be by the door. The childminder supports children to build their confidence in social situations. For example, she takes children to local group activities, such as playgroup, where they learn to mix with other children. The childminder focuses strongly on behaviour management. From a very early age, children learn to share, be kind and be polite to each other.

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n The childminder's excellent teaching motivates children to remain highly involved, focused and engaged in all activities. She develops personal and precise plans that she implements with skill to support children to meet their full potential. For example, children explore a Christmas themed sensory tray. They learn what different things smell like, such as cinnamon sticks and dried orange segments. They listen to the childminder count the items and learn what number comes next. The childminder skilfully includes the youngest children. They explore the different texture of the items. Children become deeply engrossed in their explorations. n The childminder provides a language-rich environment, with many opportunities for children to build on their wide vocabulary. Children happily choose favourite books to look at. They sit comfortably with the childminder and listen to the story and look at the pictures. The childminder uses props to support the story

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and to help children choose what rhymes they want to sing. The childminder strongly believes books and rhymes that children take part in, helps them to develop new knowledge. Children learn to count as they sing and point to where their different body parts are. Older children start to recognise letters in the environment, linked to their names. n The childminder teaches children about oral health in enjoyable and innovative

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25 November 2021 ways. Children are introduced to toothbrushes in their play. They explore sets of teeth, use a toy drill and practise cleaning the teeth. Babies enjoy handling the toothbrushes. They are fascinated when they stick to the table top. The childminder talks to older children about where their top teeth are and about their experiences of cleaning their teeth at home. This all helps children to learn how to look after their teeth. n The childminder shows a strong desire to continue to learn and to move her practice forward. She constantly finds out more about how she can meet children's needs even better and improve the outcomes for them. She chooses training courses that are meaningful. For example, she has recently attended training on speech and language development to best meet the needs of the children in her care. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder shares information with

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them about what their children have been learning and what they can do with their children at home. She supports parents attentively to help with any issues that may affect children's development and well-being. The childminder links with other professionals, such as the health visitor, to seek advice for the best way to help children. She therefore ensures that children have the best possible opportunities to thrive. Parents express the highest of praise for the childminder. They recognise how children are encouraged to learn and master new skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder often extends her knowledge of safeguarding to ensure that she understands fully how to protect the children in her care from harm. This includes signs that could indicate a child is at risk of radicalisation or extreme views. She understands the local procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child. The childminder makes sure that her home is safe and secure for children. She makes sure that things are thoroughly cleaned. When children use play dough, she provides individual balls for children to use exclusively for themselves. This helps to make sure that germs do not get passed on.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY364888 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 10213637 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 12 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in the Horbury area of Wakefield. She operates all year round, from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation. n The inspector took account of parents written views that they left for the inspection.

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Inspection activities

25 November 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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25 November 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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