Childminder in Leeds

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has an excellent knowledge of the areas of learning within the early years foundation stage. She discusses her plans to provide a balanced and interesting curriculum, which will meet children's individual learning goals. n The childminder recognises the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's learning and development. She intends to gather information from parents and use assessments to find out what children already know. This will also help to identify areas where they need support. n The childminder knows how to promote children's good health and hygiene. She discusses how she will provide healthy meals and will encourage children to be aware of the importance of good oral health and handwashing. n The childminder understands the importance of building on children's confidence and independence. She intends to focus on helping children to develop their social skills and promote positive behaviour. She understands the importance for

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children to be prepared for the next stages in their learning, such as school. n The childminder has a robust understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has clear policies and procedures to follow if she has concerns about children's safety. The childminder confidently identifies potential signs of abuse and is aware of wider safeguarding issues. n The childminder has continued to maintain her skills and knowledge to work with children. For instance, she accesses a range of professional development courses and has refreshed her paediatric first-aid qualification.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY459569 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10117705 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 0 Date of previous inspection 17 December 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in the Calverley area of Leeds, West Yorkshire. She operates during term time only, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays. The childminder has completed the relevant qualification in home-based childcare. She offers funded early education places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor areas intended to be used by children. n The inspector and childminder discussed the learning and development requirements within the early years foundation stage. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as suitability checks and training certificates.

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Inspection activities

20 May 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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