Childminder in Bradford

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has addressed the actions raised at her previous inspection. She understands the role of the local authority designated officer and how to manage allegations of harm or abuse. The childminder recognises the signs of abuse and knows the procedures to follow should she have concerns about children's welfare. n The childminder understands the importance of continuing to develop her knowledge with further training, to enhance her practice when working with children. She demonstrates a clear understanding of evaluating her practice and the service she will provide. n The childminder recognises the significance of working in partnership with parents. She understands the importance of gathering information to ensure she is able to fully meet the children's needs. She will ask about children's starting points and use observations to assess children's progress. She will monitor children's progress across all areas of learning.

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n The childminder intends on teaching children about being healthy and choosing healthy options through discussion and activities. She intends on providing a healthy and varied diet when children are in her care. She recognises the importance of children having fresh air and will take the children to local parks and on outings within the local community. She understands how to keep them safe, both in her setting and when on outings. n The childminder understands the importance of developing children's language and communication skills. She will introduce new vocabulary through singing, rhymes and storytelling. n The childminder will promote children's independence by ensuring they have basic skills, such as being able to feed themselves, toilet independently and put their coats and shoes on. She will ensure they are emotionally prepared for transitioning to school. n The childminder will help children to form relationships with their peers. She will

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encourage sharing and turn taking. They will learn about differences and diversity in their communities and learn about different cultures.

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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 EY501232 Local authority Bradford Inspection number 10279596 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 17 November 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Bradford, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round, from 8am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday, except for family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder 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 childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder would organise their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and training certificates. She discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding requirements.

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Inspection activities

2 May 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

2 May 2023 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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