Childminder in Leeds

This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion the childminder shows she has a clear vision of the skills and knowledge that she wants children to learn. For example, she describes wanting children to become effective communicators, who can speak clearly, express their needs, listen to others, ask and answer questions. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to assess children's stage of development. She works alongside parents to talk about children's learning when they first attend. She explains how she observes children regularly to understand what they know and how she uses this to plan what to teach them next. n The childminder understands how to plan activities to promote children's personal, social and emotional development. She explains how she supports children to learn to be independent. She teaches them how to go to the toilet, wash their hands and fasten coats. n The environment is safe for children. The childminder effectively assesses risks

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in her home and ensures these are managed appropriately. She teaches children how to keep themselves safe through discussing topics, such as stranger danger and internet safety. n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding. She understands the signs that children may display if they are suffering abuse across a wide range of safeguarding topics. She knows what to do with any concerns and who to report these concerns to, so that children get the help and support they need. n Partnership with parents is important to the childminder. She has procedures in place to help new children settle in. She discusses children's care needs, allergies, likes and dislikes. She has strategies in place, so that parents are kept well informed about their child's time with her. She understands the importance of sharing information with parents about children's learning, so they can support their children to build on their skills.

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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 EY259828 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10117346 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 24 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives on the outskirts of Morley, Leeds. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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