Butler Georgina

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 February 2015 16 February 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder fully understands her role in safeguarding and protecting children. This is further supported by written policies, procedures and risk assessments to ensure that children are cared for in a safe and secure environment.  The childminder provides a wide range of stimulating activities and experiences that engage and interest children and promote all areas of learning. Consequently, children make good progress.  The childminder has completed a formal childcare qualification since her last inspection, which has had a good impact on the learning experiences she offers to children.  The childminder provides activities that promote counting, number recognition and learning about literacy. These support children to develop the skills needed in preparation for starting school.  The childminder works closely with parents. She exchanges information with them through discussions and the daily diaries. As a result, she is able to meet the children's

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This provision is good

individual care and learning needs well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not maximise opportunities for children to further increase their understanding of healthy lifestyle practices.  The childminder does not always take account of the views of parents when deciding what could be improved at the setting.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 extend the opportunities for children to increase their awareness of the relevance of healthy practices, with particular reference to hygiene procedures  improve the system for evaluating practice by including more opportunities to review and act upon the suggestions and ideas of parents.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed general play and the snack and lunchtime routines in the main room. She talked with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of household members, and a range of other documentation. First-aid and safeguarding training certificates were viewed.  The inspector held a joint discussion with the childminder in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector reviewed the provider's self-evaluation prior to the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She takes account of their individual interests and learning styles and uses this to inform her planning. For example, one young child enjoys posting toys and she invites him to put the props, used in a story, back into the bag. Children excitedly explore story boxes and enjoy using props and the pictures in the book, to retell a familiar story. The childminder uses these learning opportunities to extend their letter recognition and counting skills as she asks them to find the days of the week on labels and count the number of fruits on each page. Children concentrate on completing a puzzle, turning pieces around and trying different pieces if they do not fit at first. They work together, asking each other for help. The childminder encourages this co-operation by giving them time, but is nearby to offer support if required. She links her observations and precise assessments to the developmental stages

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who attend. This is good

to help her monitor children's progress towards the early learning goals. Regular exchanges of information about children's achievements and parents' contributions to their children's learning records ensure children's learning is supported at home.

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good

The childminder's home is safe and welcoming. Children have positive relationships with the childminder and they enjoy her praise and interaction in their play. Children develop their independence, as they select resources and make choices about their play. They form good relationships with the other children at the childminder's home and when they visit toddler groups. This has a positive impact on children's confidence and emotional well-being. Children have opportunities to be active and play outdoors each day, both in the garden and on visits to the park. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to identify any potential allergens in the healthy snacks and meals she provides. Although, the children demonstrate good hygiene procedures, the childminder does not always follow this up by talking to them about why they need to wash their hands. Therefore, their understanding of the importance of good hygiene is not promoted to the full.

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provision is good

The childminder regularly meets with other childminders and professionals to discuss any changes to current legislation and practice. As a result, she has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements and how to deliver them through well-planned activities and resources. She regularly assesses any risks to children in the house and on outings. Any accidents are recorded accurately and reviewed in order to identify any changes that could be made to prevent them from happening again. The childminder has met the recommendations from her last inspection and has identified some areas for improvement. However, although she seeks the views of parents, she does not always use these to full effect in her reflective practice. Effective partnerships with parents and other settings help to maintain continuity for children at home, at the childminder's house and at nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY101327 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 869590 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002 and lives in Welwyn Garden City. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She is a member of the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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