Childminder in Leeds

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

The quality of education Requires improvement Behaviour and attitudes Requires improvement Personal development Requires improvement Leadership and management Requires improvement Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision requires improvement

There are some weaknesses in practice that are hindering the childminder's ability to achieve a good overall outcome. Despite this, children are very happy and show that they feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. They have strong bonds with the childminder and her assistant. Children seek them out for reassurance and cuddles when needed. The childminder is aware of children's individual needs and creates an environment that is warm and inviting for them.

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The provision requires improvement

Children enjoy their time in this enjoyable and stimulating environment. They have positive attitudes toward their play and learning. The childminder believes child-led learning is important for early development. Children are encouraged to freely explore the environment, choosing what they want to learn. For example, older children develop their imaginations and use edible sand as they pretend to make porridge. Younger children develop skills to fill and empty containers, and they confidently make large marks in the sand.

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The provision requires improvement

Children behave well and are learning to manage their emotions. They show that they understand the expectations of the setting. For example, they take turns during play and are kind to each other. The childminder is a good role model and offers children gentle reminders throughout the day. This helps children to learn about rules and boundaries, which prepares them well for school.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has generally good systems in place to observe and assess children's development. For example, regular photo observations and assessments of children's learning are completed to check their progress. However, the childminder does not carry out the statutory progress check for two-year-old children who attend. This is a statutory requirement. n Overall, the childminder communicates well with the co-childminder and assistant. They have regular discussions about the children and their stages of development. However, the childminder has not yet put in place a targeted plan to focus on her own professional development and that of her assistant. Nevertheless, the childminder's assistant feels well supported and enjoys her work. n The childminder develops strong relationships with children's parents. She spends time getting to know children and their families before they start. Parents receive pictures throughout the day and information about activities

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their children enjoy. Parents are highly complimentary about the childminder. They say that they love the range of activities and experiences the children are offered, particularly the weekly dance classes. n Children's early communication skills are well supported. The childminder models

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need to do better?

13 March 2023 language well and engages in back-and-forth conversations with children. The childminder encourages children's interest in books. For example, she reads to children as part of their daily routine. This develops their listening and attention skills well. n The childminder is vigilant in making sure children benefit from fresh air and exercise each day to support their healthy development. Children have access to a well-equipped outdoor area that is full of interesting resources to help them develop their physical skills. However, she does not work consistently well in partnership with parents to help children to develop a good understanding of healthy food choices in their lunch boxes. n Overall, children show a good level of independence. The childminder gives children praise when they go to wash their hands before eating. This helps to build children's self-esteem. However, the childminder does not consistently

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promote children's independence. For example, older children sit in highchairs at mealtimes and are given cups with lids on to drink from. In addition, the childminder steps in too quickly to complete tasks for children that they could do for themselves, such as tidying up.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe. She is aware of how to record concerns effectively and the procedure for reporting these concerns to the local safeguarding hub. She completes regular safeguarding training. The childminder can identify the different signs and symptoms of abuse, including female genital mutilation and county lines. She ensures that the environment is safe. The childminder helps children to remain safe and gives them gentle reminders as they play, to help them learn how to keep themselves and others safe.

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Due date

ensure the required progress checks for two-year-old children are completed for all children. 23/03/2023

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should:

n target professional development more precisely on providing high-quality

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13 March 2023 learning experiences for children n support children's and parents' awareness of healthy lifestyles, particularly in relation to providing healthy lunch boxes n maximise opportunities for children to extend their independence as they play and learn.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY474613 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10280343 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 12 Number of children on roll 19 Date of previous inspection 6 September 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Temple Newsham, Leeds. She currently works with a co-childminder and assistants. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds early years professional status. 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 her evaluation of the provision. n The childminder showed the inspector around areas of her home used by children and explained how she supports children's learning and development. n A joint observation was completed by the childminder and inspector. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions between the childminder and children and assessed the impact of these on children's learning. n Parents shared their views with the inspector through written feedback. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including evidence of paediatric first-aid training and public liability insurance.

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Inspection activities

13 March 2023 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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