Childminder in Bradford

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder offers a relaxed, fun and homely environment where children feel happy and safe. Effective settling-in procedures ensure children quickly form strong attachments with the childminder and her assistant. Children behave well, particularly the older ones, who demonstrate a very good awareness of safety, sharing and how to be kind. For instance, they say 'sorry' without prompt when they accidentally splash a friend in water play. The childminder and her assistant are positive role models and have high expectations for behaviour. They gently remind children when they sometimes forget the clear rules, boundaries and routines in place. Children learn good manners. For example, after snack, they naturally clear their plates into the sink and go and wash their hands independently. When the childminder says, 'thank you', they say, 'you're welcome' and 'thank you for my lovely food'.

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The provision is good

Children are inquisitive learners who are confident to express their needs. They tell the childminder when they are hungry or when they need a rest. Older children show increasing personal independence. For example, while managing their change of shoes and clothes to play outdoors, they say 'I'm struggling' but keep on trying, and then shout with pride, 'I did it'. This helps develop children's self-esteem and positive attitudes to learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has updated her skills and knowledge and taken successful action to improve the quality of her provision since the previous inspection. She has made good use of support from the local authority early years team and undertaken numerous training courses to ensure children benefit from the time they spend with her. Children make good progress. n The childminder supports children's developing language skills well. She gives them ample time to think and respond, in order to share their thoughts and ideas. For example, during a planned experiment with ice and water, she extends their vocabulary by introducing new words, such as 'freezing' and 'melting', and asks thought-provoking questions. This leads to a discussion about a volcano and a plan to create one. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder keeps them updated about the care and learning their child receives through daily discussions and

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written learning journals. Children are encouraged to continue their learning at home with fun worksheets and activities. Parents comment, 'I can see improvements in my child every day'. n The childminder and her assistant support children's awareness of danger well. For example, children know there must be a safety check of the garden before they play outdoors. They learn about taking supervised risks in their play, such

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8 February 2022 as negotiating space during running games and lively exercise activities. These skills support children's future stages in learning. n The childminder regularly shares relevant information about children's care, learning and interests with other settings they attend. This helps to ensure all adults are working together to meet the children's needs. n The childminder regularly evaluates her practice and monitors her assistant. She is fully committed to making changes across the provision to raise standards. For example, she continues to improve the outdoor environment to further enhance children's play opportunities and physical development. n The childminder provides children with healthy snacks and nutritious meals. Children begin to make healthy choices when selecting foods to eat. For example, during lunch, they choose to eat cucumber and lettuce, and proudly say, 'I like this now, but I didn't'. However, although children have good

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opportunities during mealtimes and routines to be independent and take on small responsibilities, the childminder misses chances to encourage their independence skills even further. n The childminder has a good vision of what she wants children to learn in order to meet their individual needs. She knows the children well and can confidently talk about their capabilities and recognise any gaps in their learning. The childminder plans a wide range of age-appropriate activities across all areas of the curriculum to support and prepare children for their next stage in learning. However, on occasion, she misses opportunities to support and develop their emerging writing skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has significantly improved safeguarding arrangements since the previous inspection. She and her assistant understand how to identify the signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk. They are clear how to report concerns about children's welfare or the behaviour of another adult, and have a broad understanding of wider safeguarding issues. The childminder understands her role and responsibilities when employing assistants and ensures that all remain suitable to work with children. Assistants are expected to undertake regular training in the setting's safeguarding policies and procedures.

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should:

n maximise opportunities for children to do more for themselves and develop their independence skills further n make the most of all opportunities to extend and develop children's early writing skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY554329 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10206956 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 16 August 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Bradford, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a degree in early years. She offers funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder regularly works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures it is safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to children and the assistant at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector read written feedback from parents and considered their comments.

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8 February 2022 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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