Childminder in Leeds

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

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

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The provision is inadequate

Overall, the childminder has an adequate understanding of the early years curriculum. She can talk simply about what she wants children to learn and knows children's next steps in development. She watches children and finds out what children can do as they start at the setting. However, the childminder has too many young children in each session to meet their needs effectively. This impacts the quality of experiences the childminder offers children. As a result, the progress of some children is not as quick as it could be, and other children's needs are missed.

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The provision is inadequate

The childminder knows that some children need more help with managing their feelings and behaviour. She tries to support children in playing alongside each other, taking turns and sharing. However, she is not able to support all children who need help and her attention effectively. This results in some children struggling to play near others, snatching toys or hurting other children. This is due to the number of young children the childminder cares for in each session. The childminder does not meet the adult to child ratio set out in the early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory requirements. She must do this in order to meet the needs of all children.

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The provision is inadequate

All children and families are welcomed into the childminder's homely setting. The childminder makes friendly relationships with parents, which helps children settle as they arrive. The childminder offers cuddles and comforters to help any children who are upset leaving parents.

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need to do better?

n Children's learning is hindered as the childminder cares for too many children at one time. She is unable to implement her curriculum effectively and meet all children's needs. This has a negative impact on children's learning and the progress they make. The childminder is aware that she cannot safely take six children on outings into the local area. Therefore, she opts to stay at home with children, where they play in the house and garden. Subsequently, children do not have chances to experience and learn about the community, different people and the world around them. n The childminder has a well-organised playroom with a range of appropriate toys and books. Children are able to independently select toys and move around the space. However, their focus and play is often disrupted by other children because the childminder cannot effectively supervise all children by herself or help them to learn to manage their own behaviour.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not clean tables and chairs children use when eating. She is aware that the rooms children use are not as clean as they might be. For example, fabric toys that young children play with are covered in dog hairs. This

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need to do better?

22 September 2025 does not promote children's health and hygiene. n The childminder talks to children throughout the day. She names objects and speaks to them, for example, about the squirrel in the garden. She knows which children need more help in developing their speech. However, she has limited time to give these children the attention they need. As a result, progress in developing the speech of some children is not as rapid as it could be. n The childminder has developed an attractive book area, displaying a range of books. Children sit on the comfortable cushions and look at books. They bring them to the childminder and ask her to read them. The childminder reads sections and talks about the pictures in moments with individuals. This helps children learn about stories and enjoy books. n The childminder wipes children's hands as they sit at the table to eat and wipes their noses as they play. However, as a result of this, children are not helped to

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need to do better?

become independent in learning to care for themselves. n Children learn to balance, climb and pedal as they play outside. This helps them develop their large muscles. The childminder provides small toys, crayons and paint materials. These experiences help children develop hand-eye coordination and hand strength. As a result, children develop their physical skills. n The childminder provides healthy snacks and meals. She shares information with parents about healthy drinks for young children and encourages children to drink water. n The childminder seeks feedback from parents to help her improve the setting. For example, parents requested communications through emails. The childminder implemented this along with daily chats and messages to keep parents informed about the activities children take part in.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

There is not an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Due date

ensure that staffing arrangements meet the needs of all children 24/11/2025

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Due date

ensure that adult to child ratios meet the statutory requirements of the EYFS 24/11/2025

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Due date

22 September 2025 ensure that toys, equipment and rooms the children use are clean and hygienic for them to play and eat in 24/11/2025

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Due date

improve the quality of the experiences and activities children receive so that all children have the support they need to progress in their development. 24/11/2025

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should:

n improve the support provided to children to help them manage their feelings and behaviour n teach children to wipe their nose and wash their hands so that they become more independent n provide more chances for children to learn about different people in the setting and the wider community.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476820 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10407572 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 6 Date of previous inspection 13 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the Hawkswood area of Leeds, West Yorkshire. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3 and offers early education places for children.

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Inspection activities

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 organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for her EYFS curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about the children's learning and development. n The children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this is having on the children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

22 September 2025 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

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