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 Outstanding

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The provision is good

Children are happy and enjoy their time in this warm, welcoming and inviting setting. They have access to a wide range of resources which help them to learn and develop. The childminder is a good role model and has high expectations for all children's learning. She encourages children to explore and keep trying as they develop their skills. Children display positive attitudes towards their learning as they explore textures and sounds when threading rings onto pegs. The childminder interacts positively with children. She introduces mathematical concepts, such as size and numbers, as children play.

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The provision is good

Children have secure attachments with the childminder, who is kind, caring and nurturing. They enjoy plenty of affection and comfort from the childminder. For example, children snuggle close to the childminder as they listen to stories. They enjoy cuddles as they start to get a little tired. Children enjoy each other's company and like to play alongside their peers during activities. Children are well behaved and listen carefully to the childminder. They help to complete age- appropriate tasks as they develop their independence and self-care skills. For example, children help tidy away the toys which they have been playing with. They wipe their own hands and faces after they have finished eating their snack.

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need to do better?

n The childminder's curriculum focuses on helping children to develop their confidence and independence. She supports children's physical, social and communication skills, so that they are prepared for future learning. n The childminder knows the children she cares for very well. She confidently talks about their personalities and individual learning needs. The childminder is aware of what each child already knows, understands and can do. She understands how to extend their learning further. n Children have access to a wide range of toys and resources which they can access independently, and make choices about their own play. However, sometimes, the childminder interrupts children's self-chosen play so that they can join in with planned activities. This does not fully support children's independent learning and exploration. n The childminder uses stories and books effectively to promote children's literacy

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development. Children enjoy listening to familiar stories. They delight in turning the pages and lifting up flaps. The childminder successfully uses props to represent different animals in the story and bring the story to life. This helps children to maintain their focus and attention. n Overall, the childminder is good at supporting children's communication and language development. She chats to children as they play, using clear and simple language. The childminder repeats new words to reinforce children's

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29 June 2022 knowledge and understanding. However, occasionally, the childminder uses 'baby' language when communicating with young children, such as 'doggie', 'birdie' and 'duckie'. This does not help children to fully develop their vocabulary and language skills. n Children learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles. They enjoy a varied and balanced diet. Children have plenty of opportunities to be active and get fresh air every day. The childminder carefully thinks about the knowledge and skills that she wants children to develop when planning activities and outings. For example, children learn about nature through visiting the local canal where they love to look at wildlife and feed the ducks. n Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported incredibly well by the childminder. She works closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that all children achieve their full potential.

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need to do better?

n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents describe the childminder as being reliable and flexible. They say that their children are happy and excited to attend the childminder's setting. Parents state that the childminder supports their children's development well and that their children are making progress in their learning. n The childminder is experienced and knowledgeable. She keeps her practice current through attending regular training opportunities. For example, the childminder has recently completed a training course in understanding children and young people's mental health. n The childminder successfully reflects on her setting and the opportunities that she provides for children. She regularly asks parents for their feedback and views on how she can make improvements to the service that she provides.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder regularly checks her environment and removes any potential hazards to keep the children safe in her care. She teaches children about keeping themselves safe, including online and when out and about in the community. The childminder understands her safeguarding responsibilities. She keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date through completing training. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms that might indicate a child is at risk of abuse or neglect. She knows the correct procedures to follow, and who she should report any concerns about a child's well-being or safety to.

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should:

n allow children more time to focus on their self-chosen play, to further support their learning and development

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should:

29 June 2022 n consider the vocabulary used when communicating with younger children, to help them fully develop their language skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY331213 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10117398 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 7 Date of previous inspection 20 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in the Bramley area of Leeds. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded 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 and the childminder completed a learning walk to understand how the curriculum is organised. n A joint evaluation of an activity was conducted by the inspector and the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of persons living or working in the household. n Children interacted with and spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector looked at written feedback provided by parents to gather their views and opinions about the setting.

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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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