Childminder in Leeds

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she finds out about what children already know and can do. She explains how she speaks with parents and carers about children's starting points in learning. The childminder discusses how she uses the progress checks when children are aged between two and three years and other assessments to monitor children's progress. She explains how this supports her to identify what children need to learn next. n The childminder discusses the steps that she will take if she has concerns about a child's development. She explains how she will work in partnership with parents to ensure that further assessments are carried out by other health professionals. The childminder gives examples of appropriate strategies that she will use to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder describes the skills that she wants children to learn to develop their speech and language. She emphasises the importance of talking and

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explaining to children to encourage their early conversation skills. The childminder explains how she shares stories, books and songs with children to support them to learn new vocabulary. n The childminder talks about how she supports children to be ready for the next stage in their education. She aims for children to be able to hold a pencil correctly and concentrate for longer periods. The childminder intends to support children to be able to dress themselves and use the toilet independently. n The childminder explains how she focuses on supporting children to follow instructions and use good manners. She intends for children to treat each other equally and with respect. However, the childminder's understanding of how to support children's knowledge of diversity is limited. This does not fully support children to develop higher levels of understanding about the differences they may share with others.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides healthy snacks and drinks for children, such as fruit and milk. She explains how she helps children to learn good handwashing routines. The childminder aims to support children to understand the importance of brushing their teeth. The childminder recognises how these approaches support children's good health and well-being. n The childminder aims to hold regular discussions with parents about children's daily routines and experiences, to ensure a two-way flow of information and consistency for children's care. She attends online learning courses to keep her knowledge about children's learning and development up to date. The childminder discusses her future plans for continuous improvement. For example, she describes her intentions to take part in further online training opportunities and her plans to enhance children's outdoor play experiences. n The childminder makes sure that her premises remain safe and suitable. She

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This provision meets requirements

holds a paediatric first-aid qualification and her safeguarding knowledge is suitable. She is able to identify a wide range of signs and symptoms that a child may be at risk of harm. The childminder explains the steps that she would take if she has a concern for a child's welfare, or if an allegation is made against her.

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This provision meets requirements

9 September 2024 She understands her responsibilities to ensure children's well-being and safety.

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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 EY501802 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10351618 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 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 1 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Moortown, Leeds. She operates during term time, from 9.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she organises the early years setting, including her aims and rationale for the curriculum. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and responsibilities. n Parents provided written feedback to share their views on the childminder with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documents on request.

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9 September 2024 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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9 September 2024 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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