Childminder in Leeds

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how children learn. She knows how to plan activities to meet children's interests and developmental needs and how to track and assess their progress. The childminder appreciates the value of providing children with a wide range of experiences, both inside and outside of the childminding setting. For example, she takes children out into the local community to visit shops, parks and play centres. n The childminder explains her high expectations for the children in her care. She describes her positive approach to supporting good behaviour and how she reinforces good manners. The childminder talks about how she supports children's positive behaviour and emotional development. She teaches children to share, be respectful and kind. n The childminder explains how she shares information with parents and has recently introduced a new programme of 'best practice' information. She includes

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this information for parents in her parent's pack. The childminder discusses how she finds out about children's individual needs and spends time helping them to settle and feel comfortable in her care. n The childminder demonstrates how she creates an inclusive environment. She understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The childminder discusses how she makes sure every child can access her provision and enjoy the experiences she offers. n The childminder ensures she keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that might indicate a child is at risk of abuse. She knows the procedures she must follow to report any concerns about a child. The childminder explains how she always supervises children and ensures her home is safe and secure. n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge and skills current. She takes part in regular training, including completing a degree course in childcare.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder uses her knowledge to enhance her practice. For example, she supports children's understanding of diversity and the wider world through everyday routines and activities.

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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 EY487566 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10282360 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 1 Date of previous inspection 21 February 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the Seacroft area of Leeds. She operates Monday to Friday all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder described how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder to continue to work with children. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she communicates with parents.

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Inspection activities

4 December 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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4 December 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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