Childminder in Kirklees

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are happy and settled in the presence of this calm and caring childminder. She forms close bonds with the children and families in her care. Young children go to her for comfort when they are upset. They use her as a secure base to explore the environment, asking for support when needed. Children feel safe and secure. The childminder works closely with parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She shares information with parents and responds to the information she receives. For example, she purchases equipment to support children's specific needs. Children make good progress. The childminder has clear expectations of children's behaviour. Children follow instructions. Their behaviour is good.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. Young children learn how to walk up and down stairs, holding the handrail for support. They run and kick a ball outside. The childminder teaches children how to throw a flying disc. Children take delight as they attempt to throw it. Young children learn to climb the steps of the slide. The childminder encourages children to have a go and keep on trying. She steps in and supports children when they find it too difficult. Children learn to be confident movers.

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need to do better?

n The childminder collects information from parents about what children know and can do. She uses observations and assessments to identify possible gaps in children's development. The childminder plans appropriate next steps. She provides activities that allow children to practise new skills. For example, she repeats number activities so that children can practise what they have learned. n The childminder reads stories and shares books with children. She models new language as she names the animals in the book. The childminder sings nursery rhymes with children. Children join in and follow the actions. For example, when they sing 'Round and Round the Garden', children giggle in anticipation of being tickled. Children develop a love of books and rhymes. n The childminder responds to children's individual needs. She knows children well and notices the signs they display. For example, she identifies when children

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become tired and rub their eyes. The childminder responds to these cues and puts children down for a sleep when they need it. n The childminder supports children's language development. When children mispronounce a word, the childminder repeats the word back correctly. She asks them questions and comments on what they are doing. However, sometimes, during care routines, the childminder is less engaging. She does not always use routine activities to further develop children's language and communication skills. This does not support children to make the progress they could.

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18 October 2023 n The childminder provides children with opportunities to develop independence skills. They learn to feed themselves, wash their own hands and wipe their noses. However, sometimes, the childminder is too quick to help children. For example, she takes their coats off without letting them try to do the zip for themselves. This does not always allow children to consistently develop their skills. n The childminder introduces number language into children's play. She models counting objects and encourages children to join in with her. Children say the number that comes after 'three'. They learn to count confidently. n The childminder encourages children to explore the world around them. They visit the local farm and go on walks to the park. The childminder models looking for insects and flowers in the garden. Children explore the garden and look for ladybirds. These experiences help children to learn about the world around

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them. n The childminder builds positive and trusting relationships with parents. She shares information about children in her care. Parents feel well informed about their children's development and care needs. Parents say that their children are 'giddy' and 'happy' on arrival. They say that their children have made good progress since starting to attend the childminder's setting. n The childminder has worked with the local authority on the actions from the last inspection. She develops her knowledge and understanding through attending courses and reading the latest information. For example, she has recently completed training to support children's healthy eating.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder undertakes relevant training in safeguarding and is aware of her role and responsibilities. She has a good understanding of how to keep children safe. The childminder can identify signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She is aware of the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. Risk assessments ensure that the environment is safe for children. The home is secure, which ensures that children cannot leave unsupervised, and play areas are free of hazards.

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should:

n support children's developing communication and language skills further, particularly during children's daily care routines n extend opportunities further for children to develop their independence skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453758 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10266147 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 3 Date of previous inspection 1 November 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in the Crosland Moor area of Huddersfield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for the curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact that this has on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

18 October 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

18 October 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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