Childminder EY395291

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder shows a strong commitment to continuous professional development. She is a member of a local childminding network. The network share ideas, reflect on practice and complete mandatory training. The childminder keeps abreast of changes by reading sector guidance and legislation. Recent professional development includes allergy management training. She plans to undertake bereavement support training next to strengthen support for children and families during times of loss. n The childminder explains how she will build strong partnerships with parents. For example, she will gather detailed information about the children's routines, interests and needs before they start. She will share ongoing updates at handover times and fully involve parents when planning the children's next steps in learning. n The childminder knows how to build and maintain strong links with local schools and nurseries. She explains how she will share relevant information with

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receiving schools to support children to move on from her setting with confidence. This joined-up approach helps to promote continuity and will help to prepares children for their eventual move to school. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's independence. She explains how she will weave this into the daily routines. For example, children will choose activities, manage their belongings and help tidy up their things. She fully understands that through practice and repetition, children gain confidence and develop self-esteem. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's physical development. Her large, organised and well-equipped garden offers lots of opportunities for climbing, running and team games. The childminder recognises the value of fresh air and outdoor play for mental well-being and, therefore, intends to make outdoor play a daily priority. n The childminder understands the importance of healthy eating. She will provide

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balanced, home-cooked meals, prepared with attention to nutritional balance. Training in food safety and allergy awareness helps to ensure children's individual needs are always met. n The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation. She will regularly evaluate her service and gather the views of the parents to see what works well and what could be improved. Children's feedback will also be considered through conversations, drawings and cards. n The childminder intends to prioritise children's well-being and emotional security, leading by example to build a calm, collaborative ethos. She intends to encourage children to care for and support one another and will form trusting relationships with each child. The childminder will use clear explanations, name feelings and validate emotions to help children recognise and manage how they feel.

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This provision meets requirements

15 September 2025 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 EY395291 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10407554 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 10 Number of children on roll 22 Date of previous inspection 13 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Collingham, Wetherby. She operates during term time from 7.30am to 8.45am and 3.15pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she would organise her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she would support children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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15 September 2025 15 September 2025 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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