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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Leeds

Inspected 7 Jun 2022 · published 29 Jun 2022 · URN EY478788

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  • Inspection date verified

    7 Jun 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Emma Allison

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY478788

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  • OverallMet

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Pages
6
Words of findings
531
longer than usual (typical 350)
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Hard
Flesch 50, typical 47
Average sentence
16 words
Next steps
8
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What needs to improve 57%About the inspection 43%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of what she intends for children to learn. She gives examples of gathering vital information from parents when children first start the setting. This includes information about what children know and can already do. This helps her to plan for what children need to learn next. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents to help continue children's learning at home. She intends to share regular assessment information with parents, including the required progress check at age two. The childminder aims to share daily updates with parents about what their children have been doing during their time with her. The childminder recognises the need to gather parents views about the overall quality of the service to help her to evaluate her provision. n The childminder intends to prepare children for future learning. She explains

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This provision meets requirements

that children need to develop key skills for their eventual move on to school, including learning to develop friendships and social skills. The childminder intends to promote children's independence. She gives examples of supporting children to develop their self-care skills as well as assisting with small tasks appropriate to their stage of development. n The childminder has a strong understanding of safeguarding practices. She is able to identify the possible indicators of abuse and how to report any concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder is aware of possible indicators that a child or family may be exposed to extreme views or behaviours. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to notify the relevant agencies in the event of an allegation being made against her or a member of her household. n The childminder is vigilant and follows risk assessment procedures. She recognises how to ensure children develop a strong awareness of helping to

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This provision meets requirements

keep themselves safe. For instance, setting clear rules and boundaries. She provides examples, such as road safety awareness. The childminder completes risk assessments on her home and prior to any outings with children. n The childminder keeps her knowledge and practice up to date. She completes online training programmes and works closely with other childminders in the area to share practice ideas. n The childminder demonstrates an excellent understanding of how to ensure children are provided with healthy choices during their time at her setting. For instance, the childminder provides healthy, nutritious meals and snacks. She intends to help children to participate in baking and cooking activities and develop an understanding of where food comes from. She also recognises the importance of children being physically active in their play. She gives examples of taking children on regular outings, including trips to the local park.

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This provision meets requirements

7 June 2022 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 EY478788 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10117571 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 8 Date of previous inspection 26 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Woodlesford, Leeds. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 it is 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

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

7 June 2022 7 June 2022 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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