Childminder in Calderdale

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 arrive happy and motivated for their day at this childminding setting. They form very close bonds with the childminder, who is attentive, kind and considerate. For example, children snuggle into the childminder's arms and look out of the window. The childminder attentively draws the children's attention to the trees in the garden. These nurturing interactions make children feel extremely safe and secure at the setting. Children behave very well. The childminder acts as a very positive role model. Children reflect this attitude in their warm relationships with their friends. For example, children play with dough. They smile at one another as they knead their dough and successfully share the resources.

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The provision is good

The childminder creates a programme of learning that builds on what children already know and can do. Over time, her carefully considered planned activities prepare children fully for their move to school. For example, children are becoming increasingly independent and manage their own needs. Children independently wash and dry their hands before snack. They spread their butter with the backs of spoons and know where to find their coats and shoes to play outside. Children are becoming confident learners and demonstrate high levels of confidence and self- esteem at the setting.

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n Children are developing a good understanding of their feelings and emotions. For example, the childminder explains how actions might make others feel and uses props to secure children's understanding. This helps children learn how to manage and regulate their feelings. n Children enjoy visiting local attractions, such as the Piece Hall and city library in Halifax. These activities help children experience the awe and wonder of the world in which they live. Children are developing an understanding of different communities beyond their own. n The childminder plans routines for the children's day. Overall, these routines work well. However, at times, these routines become a little disorganised, and children do not fully engage. Children occasionally miss out on some learning opportunities during their day. n Children love being outdoors in the garden environment. The childminder designs the outdoor area so that children can develop their independence, take

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risks and challenge themselves appropriately. n Children have many opportunities to build their vocabulary and learn new words. For example, the childminder breaks down sentences and clearly pronounces words. She repeats these in lots of different contexts. This helps to secure the children's understanding of their meaning. Children are using their new words during their play.

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6 March 2023 n Children enjoy a variety of home-cooked meals which made from scratch with wholesome and home-grown ingredients. Children often cook with the childminder. For example, older children have made apple turnovers. The younger children enjoy these at lunchtime with custard. Children are learning to make healthy choices. They are learning about where food comes from and how to prepare it. n The childminder introduces children to a number of poems and rhymes. For example, she recites a familiar teddy bear poem to the children. She brings the words to life through animation, intonation and her facial expressions. Children excitedly join in with the poem and know the gestures well. They hide their teddies behind their backs and call for the rhyme to be repeated. Children are developing a love of literacy. n The childminder has developed a number of professional relationships. For example, she invites teachers to come into her setting to visit children before

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they start in Reception class. She works with speech and language therapists and health visitors to develop plans and seek additional support for children. These professional networks mean that children are supported very well and have the best start at their new setting or school. n Parents are extremely happy they chose the childminder. They say that she is professional, caring and supportive. They appreciate how much information is shared about their children's learning and progress. They know what the childminder has planned for the children to learn next. They appreciate being involved in the children's learning and enjoy helping their children with projects at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is fully aware of her safeguarding duties. She has a robust knowledge of safeguarding issues and is alert to the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to contact if she has concerns about a child's welfare or if allegations are made about her practice. Risk assessments are thorough, and children are protected from potential hazards. The childminder holds a full and relevant paediatric first-aid certificate. The premises are safe and secure, and equipment and resources are fit for purpose and in a good state of repair.

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should:

n improve the organisation of daily routines to ensure that children are fully engaged and learning opportunities are maximised.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2603681 Local authority Calderdale Inspection number 10260074 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She works with another childminder from their home in Southowram, outside of Halifax. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3. 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 childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on

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Inspection activities

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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