Gold, Selena

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28/09/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children make secure attachments with the childminder. This means they are confident and ready to engage in learning through play.  The childminder has good organisational skills and she uses these to ensure children's care and learning are positively supported and their individual needs are met.  The childminder creates a stimulating environment with learning activities that capture children's interests.  Children's language and communication skills are promoted well because the childminder supports children in their play, engaging them in conversation and listening to what they have to say.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Opportunities to develop systems to more effectively gather information from parents about children's starting points and for giving parents ideas on how they can help their child at home have not yet been fully embraced.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home including the lounge and playroom.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the observations.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's assessment records and a range of other documentation including a selection of policies and children's records.  Views of parents were taken from parental references.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2012. She lives in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire and the property is a ground floor maisonette. The whole of the property is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The childminder has pets of a dog and a small tank of fish. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently six children attending who are within in the Early Years Foundation Stage, who attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 enhance further the two-way flow of information sharing with parents through developing further the information gained about children's starting points and sharing information and extending ideas to help parents engage more effectively in their children's learning at home.

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who attend

Children have an enjoyable time in the childminder's care and are making good progress in their learning. She understands that every child is unique and ensures activities are adapted to meet the individual developmental needs of each child. She has a good knowledge of each child and a clear understanding of child development, which means she monitors and plans highly appropriate activities and play experiences. For example, children's physical development is promoted as babies enjoy the challenge of pulling themselves up and standing against a low surface with the support of the childminder. This develops their balance and co-ordination as they learn to stand and walk unaided.

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who attend

Observation and assessment systems show children's progress and the information gathered is used effectively to plan future play experiences to fully promote children's learning. Adult-led and child-initiated activities are well balanced and encourage children to be active learners. Children are interested in their environment and motivated in their play because of the support and guidance they receive from the childminder. They confidently make independent choices in their play and take the initiative in seeking out their favourite toys. The environment is child-centred and enabling, with a varied range of resources which are appropriate, well maintained and accessible for all children.

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who attend

Children's language and communication skills are promoted well as the childminder supports children in their play; asking questions and engaging them in conversation. Regular story times also supports children's early communication skills. Children concentrate hard as they carefully turn the pages while looking at and talking about the pictures in books with the childminder. They enjoy music, use home-made bottle shakers to explore sounds and keenly participate in singing songs and rhymes, such as 'twinkle, twinkle' or 'baa, baa, black sheep'. Children have opportunities to express themselves creatively and participate in a variety of art and craft activities. Younger children enjoy the sensory experience of paint when making hand and foot prints. Older children use their imaginations as they make space ships and light sabres out of cardboard boxes and tubes.

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who attend

The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's learning and development needs. She ensures information is shared on a daily basis about children's progress and achievements. However, systems for gathering information about children's starting points and then extending ideas to help parents engage more effectively in their children's learning at home, are not yet fully established. For example, the childminder is looking at ways she gathers information from new parents about their children's developmental progress to make sure it is fully effective and may introduce a simple parent booklet. She is also looking at ways she can share ideas with parents about how they can support their children's learning at home, to help ensure children make the best possible progress.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children form secure emotional attachments to the childminder who is a good role model. On arrival, they separate happily from parents and quickly engage in activities. Their self- esteem is promoted with consistent interaction from the childminder. From an early age children's independence is encouraged and they are confident to make choices in their play, with the indoor and outdoor environments organised to support their all-round development and emotional well-being. Children show enthusiasm for learning as they move around the play areas and make their own discoveries within the childminder's home. Regular outings, such as visits to the library, help develop children's social skills.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder meets children's individual care needs effectively. She prepares nutritious meals and snacks and works closely with parents to ensure individual dietary needs are met. Through discussion they learn about the benefits of healthy eating, such as when they talk about fruit and vegetables being good for them at snack and meals times. Good hygiene practices, such as hand washing before eating, are reinforced through the daily routine. Plenty of fresh air and exercise keep children fit and develops their confidence in all aspects of physical development. They are learning that exercise can be fun and enjoy outings to the park and playing in the garden. Children have daily walks and the childminder effectively uses the time to discuss the environment , such as the weather and changes in the seasons. Children are gaining a secure understanding of safety issues and how to keep themselves safe. When out walking, they learn about road safety and even

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

very young children know they must wait for the green man before it is safe to go across the road at the crossing. Children's behaviour is managed in a positive manner and regular praise and encouragement from the childminder develops children's self-esteem. Through discussion, children are learning how to share and to take turns and are beginning to understand how their behaviour can have an impact on others.

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provision

This is the childminder's first inspection since registering. She has worked extremely hard to ensure she has a secure knowledge of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and all of its requirements, and this is reflected in her practice. She strives to provide a quality service and understands the importance of professional development. She has completed some early years courses and is keen to develop her practice and has identified further training she would like to complete. This includes completing a professional childcare qualification which will enhance her practice and have a positive impact on children.

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provision

The childminder is a reflective practitioner who closely monitors the quality of the service she provides. She has effective self-evaluation systems in place which enable her to be fully aware of what her key strengths are, as well as the areas she wishes to develop further to sustain improvement. This includes systems so she regularly reviews and updates all records, including children's contracts and information, along with the setting's written policies and procedures. She is also proactive in seeking the views of parents and children. Parents speak highly of her service and her commitment to meeting their children's needs. Children also comment on how extremely happy they are with the childminder and the service she provides.

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provision

Children's welfare is fully protected as the childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures, supported by an effective policy. Children's safety is paramount and the environment in which children are cared for is safe. The childminder ensures children are closely supervised and supported in their play and highly effective measures are taken to minimise potential hazards.

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provision

Purposeful relationships between the childminder and parents help to ensure children's individual needs are met. Home visits and effective settling-in procedures enable children to quickly settle and develop a strong sense of belonging. Partnerships with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage are in place with links being forged with local schools to ensure continuity in children's care and learning. The childminder works in partnership with others and has developed links with a nearby children's centre and she is a member of a childminding group.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY431879 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 783195 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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