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

The childminder provides a warm, caring environment for children. She knows them very well and meets their learning and care needs effectively. Children show that they feel safe, happy and secure with the childminder. They arrive happily and begin to play independently. The childminder is a good role model for children and consistently promotes positive behaviour. Young children are keen to share resources and include the childminder in their imaginative play. The childminder has appropriate expectations for children and provides a good range of resources. However, she does not consistently challenge children to become engrossed in experiences and extend their learning. Children begin to learn about their community, and the childminder takes them on regular trips out. This helps them to learn about the wider world around them.

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The provision is good

The childminder focuses on helping children to develop their social skills and communication following the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Gaps in children's learning are closing and they develop good levels of confidence. Although parents drop children off at the door, the childminder takes time to talk about children and share information. This helps the childminder to promote continuity of care for children and maintain relationships with families. The childminder plans to develop new partnerships with other settings children attend, to share information about their learning and development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a sequenced curriculum which helps children to make good progress. She uses assessments such as the progress check for children aged between two and three years to swiftly identify any areas of delay. Parents are included in their children's learning and receive regular updates about their development. n The childminder understands how to help children to develop good language skills. She models clear words to young children as they point out sea animals on a water mat. Children attempt to copy and repeat new words. They benefit from regular praise, which encourages them to talk even more. n Children enjoy exploring resources and toys independently. They begin to make choices about their learning, and the childminder follows their lead. However, the childminder does not consistently challenge children or encourage them to deeply engage in learning. n Older children are provided with opportunities to develop the skills they need to

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need to do better?

start school. For instance, the childminder encourages them to read familiar stories and begin to use mathematical language in their play. The childminder prioritises older children's social development to help them feel emotionally prepared.

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16 May 2022 n The childminder understands how to help children develop good physical skills. For example, she carefully observes any signs children are ready to start using the toilet and ensures that this is a positive experience. Children regularly visit the local park with the childminder. They develop confidence in their own abilities and strengthen their large-muscle skills, for example as they jump, run and climb. n Children have secure bonds with the childminder. She recognises signs when they are tired and responds to their non-verbal communication. Young children show awareness of their routines and the childminder ensures that they are flexible enough to meet their needs. This has a positive impact on children's emotional well-being. n The childminder is proactive in accessing professional development opportunities. For instance, she has maintained her skills and knowledge during the COVID-19 pandemic by attending weekly online courses. The childminder

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has recently used her new knowledge to support children's personal, social and emotional development. She creates an open and caring environment so that children can talk to her if they have any worries. n Children benefit from developing good hygiene practices and healthy meals. Young children thoroughly enjoy their snack of fresh strawberries and banana. They have access to drinking water and get their own drinking bottle from their bag. The childminder has high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. For example, children wash their hands regularly after playing with the family dog. n Parents are very happy with the care and attention the childminder provides for their children. They leave positive feedback and feel that their children are in safe, caring hands. Overall, partnerships are effective. However, the childminder has not built relationships with staff at other settings children attend, to promote

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a robust knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She has clear policies and procedures to follow if she has concerns about children's safety. In addition, she knows what to do if an allegation is made against herself or a household member. The childminder confidently discusses the potential signs of abuse and wider safeguarding issues. For instance, she is aware of the risks of online exploitation and teaches older children how to be safe when using the internet. The childminder regularly checks her home and garden for risks to children, which helps to keep them safe. She shares her policies and procedures with parents so that they are aware of the expectations. This includes, for instance, when children are ill or someone new is collecting them.

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should:

16 May 2022 n promote challenge for children during experiences which deeply engage them, to help them make even more progress n explore ways to develop partnerships with other settings children attend, to further promote continuity of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2567071 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10226005 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 2019 and lives in Wetherby, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder has a home-based childcare qualification at level 3. She 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 childminder 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 observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector jointly observed children's unplanned learning experiences indoors. n The inspector held a discussion with childminder in relation to the leadership and management of the setting. She looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the childminder's qualifications and her suitability to work with children. n The childminder obtained written feedback from parents for the inspection.

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Inspection activities

16 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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Inspection activities

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