Childminder in Leeds

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children develop close attachments to the childminder and show their affection for her. They are happy and feel safe in her welcoming home and nurturing care. Children are well prepared for the changes that happen during the day, and they behave extremely well. They are very polite, display good manners and show kindness towards others. Children play well together, develop friendships and take turns. They talk confidently to visitors about their families and their parents' jobs.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve, overall. Children are enthusiastic learners. They show good levels of imagination and concentrate well. Children pretend to make sandwiches for lunch using the play food, and share what they have made with the childminder.

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The provision is good

Children develop their understanding of those who are less fortunate than themselves. They take part in sponsored walks to raise money for charities. Children learn how to collect litter safely to help keep the village tidy. The childminder and the children are members of the local 'in Bloom' group and help to water the plants in the community. Children spend plenty of time outdoors. They run confidently and learn to balance on two-wheeled bicycles. They excitedly join in rhythmical striding games at the park and dance enthusiastically to music.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children's mathematical knowledge effectively. Children count their teeth confidently and know that they should have 20. They accurately make different shapes and name them. The childminder uses many opportunities to teach mathematics. Children show their understanding of early fractions and talk confidently about cutting their bananas into 'halves' and 'quarters'. Children have great fun and enjoy learning. n Children show high levels of independence and self-help skills. They wash and dry their hands and know why this is important. Children butter their own toast and swiftly put on their coat and shoes. They confidently fasten their own shoes and check that they have put them on the correct feet. Children are delighted with their success and thrive on the encouragement and praise they receive from the childminder. n The childminder takes children on a range of planned outings to enhance their

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need to do better?

experiences. Children are curious and show their good knowledge of animals and insects. They concentrate very well and show good memory skills. Children play imaginatively and make homes for the play animals. Some children know that 'bees make honey' and 'pigs need mud in their pen'. However, at times, the childminder does not consistently build on children's existing understanding of the world to challenge and extend their learning even further.

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need to do better?

13 May 2022 n Children learn how to care for their teeth. The childminder organises visits to the local dentist to help support children's confidence. Children learn about the foods that can harm their teeth, developing their understanding of how often to brush their teeth. They know why this is important and are learning how to lead healthy lifestyles. The childminder provides nutritious meals and caters for children's individual dietary needs. n Parents speak positively about the care and learning experiences the childminder provides. They are pleased with how the childminder tailors settling-in arrangements to support the individual needs of children and families. Parents are kept informed about their children's learning through discussions, progress reviews and the parent app. Parents are pleased with the progress their children make. n The childminder provides a strong focus on developing children's literacy skills.

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need to do better?

She provides books that link to the topics that children are learning about in her setting. Children use fiction and non-fiction books independently. They confidently tell the childminder what they want her to write in their letters to other children who attend different settings. Children show very good language skills and speak fluently using well-constructed sentences. n The childminder has a clear vision and constantly strives to improve her knowledge. She is proactive in carrying out independent research and accesses training to enhance her teaching. The childminder intends to study for a degree at university to extend her understanding of child development and early education.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is trained as a safeguarding lead practitioner. She has a strong knowledge of the possible signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder has effective procedures in place to follow should she have any safeguarding concerns about a child. She maintains a safe environment in her home. The childminder ensures that her garden is fully enclosed and the gate locked to prevent anyone entering her premises unannounced. She teaches children how to cross the road safely. She also provides information for parents to help them keep their children safe when using the internet at home.

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should:

n build consistently on children's existing knowledge and provide further challenge to extend their understanding of the world even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY562099 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10191561 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 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Woodlesford, Leeds. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 discussed her intentions for children's learning with the inspector. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children in the childminder's home, in her garden and during a planned outing. n Parents told the inspector, through telephone discussions and written feedback, how well the childminder supports their children's learning and keeps them informed. n The childminder discussed her training needs and how she evaluates her practice with the inspector. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, including qualifications and evidence of suitability for the childminder and other adults living in her home.

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Inspection activities

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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Inspection activities

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