Childminder in Leeds

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder completes training to ensure her safeguarding knowledge remains up to date. Furthermore, she has written policies and procedures to follow if she has concerns about children's welfare. This means that she is clear about her role and responsibilities in keeping children safe. n The premises are safe and suitable for children. The childminder carries out regular safety checks of the environment and assesses any risks. The childminder completes first-aid training and keeps a fully stocked first-aid kit. This means that she is prepared in the event of an emergency in order to keep children safe and well. n The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She is clear about the skills that she wants children to learn. The childminder discusses how she considers children's interests when planning learning opportunities which are relevant for

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their age and stage of development. n The childminder talks about how she will use assessment to help children make good levels of progress from their starting points. Arrangements are in place for completing progress checks for children aged between two and three years. The childminder plans to share these with parents and other professionals. n The childminder is well aware of how to promote children's communication and language skills to a good level. She places a priority on reading books and singing songs as part of her curriculum. Furthermore, she is clear about how she will introduce new words to children as they play, to help them develop a wide vocabulary. n The kind and nurturing childminder understands the importance of fostering children's emotional well-being. She has high expectations for children's behaviour and acts as a positive role model. Children's happiness is of the utmost importance. The childminder explains how she forms strong attachments

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with children to help them feel safe and secure. n Plans for partnerships with parents and carers are effective. The childminder talks about sharing information and photographs with parents to inform them about children's progress and daily activities. Parents and carers are invited to share information about children's achievements at home. The childminder will then use this information to plan for children's future learning experiences. n The childminder has completed some training, which has positively impacted on her practice. For instance, she has recently developed her knowledge in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This helps to create an inclusive environment, where all children have their individual needs met. n The passionate and enthusiastic childminder has a positive attitude and drive towards improving her setting further. She has reflected on her practice and has

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This provision meets requirements

some plans for future development. However, these plans are still in their infancy and have not yet been implemented fully to make the sharp and focused improvements identified, to raise the quality of provision to an even higher level.

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This provision meets requirements

22 November 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 EY251481 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10229476 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 0 Date of previous inspection 6 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and works with another registered childminder in the Headingley area of Leeds, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare 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 inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to deliver the curriculum for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector asked a range of questions throughout the inspection to establish the childminder's understanding of the statutory requirements. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

22 November 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

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