Childminder in Kirklees

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 are settled, happy and confident in this joyful and lively setting. They adore the childminder and flourish on the high expectations she has of them. Children learn to care for living creatures. They carefully use knives to cut lettuce, broccoli, peppers and strawberries to feed 'Tim', the childminder's pet tortoise. Children show care and concern, and handle the tortoise very gently. They play well together and develop strong friendships. Children behave extremely well.

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The provision is good

Children display strong emotional attachments and show their obvious affection for the childminder. They enjoy the childminder's lively and nurturing personality. Children feel safe in her care. They are curious and imaginative. Children excitedly explore reflective sheets and shake them vigorously. They describe how the noises they make 'sound like rain'. The childminder challenges children to think of a song about rain. Children swiftly and enthusiastically sing the song, 'It's Raining, It's Pouring'. They dance around excitedly, enthusiastically shaking their reflective sheets.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy daily outings with the childminder which help to broaden their knowledge and experiences. They learn about the world around them through explorations in the local woods, picnics in the park, sailing boats down the shallow stream, and visits to the farm to see animals and farm vehicles.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is ambitious for all children. She works closely with other professionals to support vulnerable children, to help them succeed in their learning. The childminder supports children's mathematical understanding effectively. Children learn about gradients, speed and distance as they send vehicles down a sloping plank of wood. They count confidently and sort different vehicles into groups. n Children are motivated and display high levels of independence. They manage their self-help skills and personal hygiene very well. Children wash and dry their hands after visiting the bathroom and before eating. They sing songs spontaneously about washing their hands to wash the germs off. Children also dress themselves confidently. n The childminder places a strong focus on supporting children's language development. She skilfully engages them in conversations and introduces new words, including 'teal' and 'turquoise'. The childminder also names the birds that

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visit her garden to extend children's vocabulary. Older children speak articulately. They use descriptive language, telling the childminder, 'It's crinkly and shiny, like a shining star'. Babies babble excitedly and take part in conversations.

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30 June 2022 n The childminder supports children's imaginative play well. Older children make pretend pizzas and sandwiches using modelling dough. They concentrate incredibly well as they use scissors to cut the dough. Children mix yellow and blue dough together, to make green. However, on occasion, the childminder does not think about how the play resources consistently support babies' developmental stage, concentration and explorations. n Parents speak very positively about the childminder. They value the advice she gives them to support their children at home. Parents are pleased with the progress their children make. They are kept informed about their children's learning and development. Parents particularly value the daily outings which their children have with the childminder. They feel their children are well prepared for school. n The childminder provides an inclusive setting where all children are welcomed

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and their uniqueness valued. She provides a wide range of play resources and learning experiences that help children develop their understanding of different people and cultures. Children talk knowledgeably about the traditions of people who have different religions and heritage. The childminder supports children's individual family cultures and preferences. n Children are very energetic. They enthusiastically dance and sing songs about spiders. The childminder is highly responsive and inspires them to go on a spider hunt. Children confidently build drainpipes using wooden planks for the spiders to climb up. They show good coordination and control of their bodies. n The childminder constantly develops her knowledge. She is a member of professional early years organisations and accesses relevant training based on her analysis of what she needs to know. The childminder tailors her support to meet the individual needs of the children and families she cares for.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is trained in safeguarding and keeps her knowledge up to date. She has a strong knowledge of how to protect children and keep them safe. The childminder confidently identifies the possible signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She has effective procedures in place to follow should she have concerns about any child. The childminder assesses her provision to minimise any risks to children. This helps her maintain a safe environment. She keeps her door locked to prevent anyone entering unannounced. The childminder teaches children how to cross the road safely during outings.

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n provide babies with play resources that consistently support their developmental

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30 June 2022 stage, and support their curiosity and explorations even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY559345 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10190864 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Fenay Bridge, Huddersfield. 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 Children talked to the inspector about what they are learning. The inspector observed their daily routines. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. 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 inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, including qualifications and evidence of suitability for

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the childminder and other adults living in her home.

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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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30 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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