Childminder, Out-of school day care in Kirklees

This provision meets requirements

Children thoroughly enjoy their time in this setting. Their voices are central to the childminder's practice as they lead their play and share their opinions. Older children give feedback to enhance their learning environment, such as creating magical dens in the garden.

p.2

This provision meets requirements

Children build strong and beneficial relationships with the childminder and her co- childminder. They are very happy and settled. The childminder leads by example and treats children with kindness and respect. Children play cooperatively and show thoughtful and considerate behaviour towards each other. Older children invite younger children into their play. For example, when they play a game of bingo. Children effortlessly say please and thank you when sharing and taking turns.

p.2

This provision meets requirements

Children show an understanding about growing their own plants and the natural world. They talk confidently about planting seeds to grow fruit and herbs. They talk through the process of planting the seeds and watering them. They explain in detail that seeds need water and sunshine to make them grow. Children develop a deep understanding of the natural world and other living things. They are outdoors on a regular basis. Children show care and empathy for living things. For example, they take great care when gently stroking the chicks.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder provides excellent opportunities to further support children's keenness to learn. Children are extremely confident and self-motivated from an early age. They keenly ask the childminder to find pictures of their favourite characters on the computer, and learn how to print them out. Children are supported to understand the potential risks involved with online safety and how to stay safe as their use of technology increases. n The childminder understands the importance of helping children to become more independent. They know where to put their personal belongings when they arrive after school. Children make independent choices on the direction of their play from the available resources, and become engaged in their chosen activity. n The childminder recognises her role in helping children to manage their feelings. For example, children write down how they feel and post notes into a 'magic

p.2

need to do better?

box'. The childminder supports children to voice their thoughts and feelings successfully, through regular discussions. n Children have regular opportunities for outdoor play. They visit nearby woods and parks. Children enjoy developing their physical skills outdoors when doing cartwheels and handstands. They say that they really like playing football.

p.2

need to do better?

5 July 2022 n The childminder has fully developed links with schools that children attend. When collecting children from school, she ensures any messages between home and school are passed on. The childminder plans activities to complement what they learn at school. For example, children make pictures of African animals. n Children learn about healthy lifestyles. The childminder provides healthy meals, such as a selection of salad and fruit. Children serve themselves, using tongs to place their food on a plate. n The childminder follows appropriate hygiene routines and supports children to do the same. She has made some adaptations to her practice during the COVID– 19 pandemic. For example, parents drop their children off at the door instead of coming into the home, to limit the risk of infection. The childminder encourages children to wash their hands or use hand sanitiser on arrival. n The childminder and her co-childminder build exceptional relationships with the

p.2

need to do better?

children and their families. Parents appreciate how they treat the children like their own. They are very complimentary about the childminder and co- childminder and the care they provide for their children. They comment on the first-class service and excellent communication. n The childminder works in excellent partnership with her co-childminder. They continually reflect on the valuable service they provide for families. The childminder identifies training courses she would like to attend, to help develop her teaching skills and enhance her knowledge.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

The childminder and her co-childminder have an in-depth understanding of child protection. The childminder completes safeguarding training regularly to help her keep up to date with current safeguarding requirements. She knows the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of neglect or abuse. The childminder is clear about the procedures to follow should she have a concern regarding the welfare of a child. She assesses risks regularly in her home, which is maintained to a high standard. The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe. Children learn to follow instructions closely as they cross the road. They know to be silent, so that they can hear any instructions.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY359198 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10117429 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 28 Date of previous inspection 25 November 2014

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She works with her mother, her co- childminder, in her mother's house in the Meltham area of Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. The childminder operates term time only, from 7.30am to 9am and from 3pm to 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

p.4

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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding. n The childminder and the inspector evaluated the effectiveness of an activity together. n The inspector observed the children, the childminder and her co-childminder, and spoke with them at appropriate times during the inspection. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including suitability checks and paediatric first-aid qualifications. The childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding the children.

p.4

Inspection activities

5 July 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

5 July 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6