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n The childminder places a focus on promoting a strong relationship with parents to support the children's care, learning and development. She keeps parents informed of their children's progress in their development, with regular updates. In addition, she gives daily verbal feedback. n The childminder works with other settings to support children's learning and to meet their individual learning needs. She highlights any areas to work on and ensures all professionals are fully informed of children's progress. n The childminder explains how she will deliver a varied educational programme which follows children's interests. She discusses how she provides activities that are tailored to children's individual learning needs. For example, she explains that she supports children's communication and language development. She uses repetition and general conversation to encourage children to speak. She says she uses books to encourage discussion, as the children describe what they

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can see. n The childminder understands the importance of preparing children for starting school. She ensures they know what to expect and helps them to develop their independence skills in readiness for this move. She ensures children can put on their coats and use the toilet independently. n The childminder ensures the environment is safe and hygienic for children. She visually assesses the risks in the premises, in preparation for children's arrival. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She ensures they are familiar with the rules of the house, to have respect for others, and show tolerance and patience. n The childminder evaluates her provision. However, this may be further strengthened with feedback from others, such as parents and children. n The childminder explains that she understands the importance of fresh air and physical exercise for the children. She takes children on regular outings in the

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local area, as well as attending local play sessions, where children have the space to run around. n The childminder shows a suitable understanding of safeguarding and of the signs of abuse and neglect. She has a policy and procedures to follow, if she is concerned about a child.

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This provision meets requirements

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 EY250326 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10267332 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 6 Date of previous inspection 24 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in the Lower Wortley area of Leeds. She operates all year round, from 7.15am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for during bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language.

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13 December 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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