Macintyre, David

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He describes the activities he will provide to help children develop and learn, using children's interests as a base. His ambitious curriculum is exciting, broad and designed to spark the curiosity and interests of children. The indoor and outdoor environments are well equipped with interesting, challenging and fun resources for children of different ages. For example, there are binoculars and a bird watching book positioned next to a window. n The childminder explains different ways he will support children's communication and language. A key focus is by creating an environment that is rich in conversation. He has different ways to help children feel valued and knows that their opinions and feelings matter. n The childminder describes how he will help children add to their learning in a focused and relevant way. For example, helping children to make a model from

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blocks, leaving it out for them to add or change over time. This approach aims to help children feel valued and in control of their own constructions. n The childminder is committed to developing successful partnerships with parents. He understands the importance of having clear, regular and open communications with parents. He talked through different ways of sharing relevant information with families to build and maintain positive relationships. n Keeping children safe is a priority of the childminder. Through answering a wide range of scenario questions, he demonstrates a good knowledge of different aspects of child protection. He describes the different types of abuse, signs and symptoms that may indicate that abuse is happening and the correct referral process. He ensures that he completes safeguarding training on a regular basis to keep his knowledge up to date. n The childminder describes how he will support children to gain important life

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skills. For example, helping them to have a go, keep trying, become active learners, and develop their thinking skills. n The childminder is a reflective practitioner. He explains how he will observe the children and plan activities to help them meet the next steps in their learning journey.

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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 EY360401 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10265386 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 24 Date of previous inspection 5 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Calverley, on the outskirts of Leeds. He operates during term time from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday. The childminder works with his wife, who is also a registered childminder.

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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 showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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