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 Outstanding

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a warm, welcoming and homely environment where children settle quickly and feel secure. Children are motivated to learn and independently explore the toys and play activities provided. Young children are becoming confident in their play. They return to the childminder for a reassuring cuddle when they are tired. The outdoor learning environment is exciting and stimulates children's senses. There is a range of interesting toys and equipment for children to access. They show confidence in choosing what they would like to play with.

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The provision is good

Children of all ages make good progress in their speech development and are confident communicators. They excitedly shout out the phrases they know from their favourite books as they read together with the childminder. Babies are starting to babble, and they enjoy warm interactions with the childminder and their older peers. Children learn how to be kind and to play cooperatively with one another. The childminder plays alongside children and reminds them about good behaviour. Children behave appropriately for their age. They are learning to take turns and to share resources. Children anticipate what they will be doing next, showing that they are familiar with the routines.

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need to do better?

n The experienced childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She provides a programme of activities to help all children have access to a broad range of experiences. The childminder carries out regular assessments of children's progress. As a result, she knows what children need to learn next to move on to the next stage in their learning, and how to support them. n The childminder has identified that the COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected some young children's speech and language development and their confidence. Consequently, she has adapted her programme to focus on these areas of learning. n The childminder joins children in their play. She increases children's imagination and engages in meaningful conversations. Children learn to count during activities and identify colours. However, the childminder does not consistently use mathematical language or concepts to extend children's understanding

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need to do better?

further. n The childminder is skilled at supporting children to keep on trying and to do things for themselves. For example, when younger children become frustrated as they try to make bubbles with giant circular wands, she mimics the arm movements to show them how to achieve their goal. She encourages them and provides clear guidance to help them. In turn, this helps children to develop the

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need to do better?

8 July 2022 important muscle strength in their arms, to support their future writing skills. n Children are learning to be independent. They learn to wash their hands, take off their shoes and climb at an early age. Children develop high levels of self- esteem. They gain confidence from feeling like they are capable. The childminder offers children lots of praise and encouragement. Children offer cuddles and affection to show their feelings. n Children are well prepared for their next stages in learning. The childminder works closely with staff at nurseries and schools. They work together to ensure children benefit from a smooth transition. As a result, children are well prepared and excited to move on to the next stage in their learning. n The childminder works well with other professionals, such as health visitors. She understands the importance of sharing information to ensure consistency in children's care and learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date. For example, she attends regular paediatric first-aid and safeguarding training. She is reflective of her practice and regularly asks parents for feedback. However, more recently, she has not considered training opportunities where she could build on her existing knowledge and skills, to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level. n Partnerships with parents are good. Parents comment on the childminder's warm interactions, flexibility and close attention paid to children's individual needs. Parents are also pleased with the progress that children are making, particularly with regards to their communication and language development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding issues and knows how to recognise the possible signs of abuse and neglect. She is clear about the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child. The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of child protection issues, such as exposure to extreme views. She works together with other agencies, who provide information and support to help to keep children safe. The childminder carries out regular checks on the indoor and outdoor environments to identify and minimise any hazards. This ensures that children's safety and well-being remain paramount.

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should:

n identify professional development opportunities, to further strengthen existing knowledge and raise the quality of teaching to the highest level n introduce more mathematical concepts during play to increase children's understanding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 310813 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10117213 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 10 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 27 November 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1984 and is in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. She offers care from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She provides funded education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She has a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector spoke to children, to find out about their time at the setting. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children.

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Inspection activities

8 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.

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Inspection activities

8 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.

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