Childminder in Tower Hamlets

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 February 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 has a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This allows children to receive good quality learning and care experiences that meet their individual needs.  The childminder implements effective methods to help her monitor children's developmental progress as well as complete required assessments.  The childminder works in close partnership with parents and other professionals. This enhances children's learning outcomes and promotes continuity in their care and learning.  The childminder's commitment to self-evaluation is addressed well through regular training, seeking parental feedback and by working closely with the local authority to be part of a recognised quality assurance scheme. She is currently working towards gaining a recognised childcare qualification.  The childminder creates an environment that has a strong emphasis on promoting children's sense of belonging, including displays of children's art work.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children have few opportunities to see text in different community languages to develop their understanding of different writing styles.  The childminder misses opportunities to extend children's interest in music by encouraging them to listen to different styles of music that reflect other cultures.

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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

 encourage children to explore print and script in different languages to further broaden their understanding of the languages used in the wider community  improve opportunities for children to listen to music from different cultures and styles to enhance their creative development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and the children.  The inspector reviewed children's learning profiles, including a range of observational assessments.  The inspector observed all areas of the premises used for childminding, and the resources for children's use.  The inspector explored with the childminder her approach for self-evaluation and how this is implemented in practice.  The inspector took note of parental feedback for inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder makes effective use of observations and assessments to ensure she monitors children's progress. Children like to explore the range of resources, such as sensory objects, operate the interactive resources and complete puzzles. The childminder displays a good range of books and posters to encourage children to explore words in print. However, there are few opportunities for them to see different styles of writing from various cultures to broaden their understanding of languages used in their community. The childminder regularly plans a variety of outings, which offer opportunities for children to learn about personal safety, explore the community, and attend groups to socialise with other children. She offers children a broad range of mark-making activities to help develop their early writing skills and explore different textures. Additionally, she provides musical instruments for children to explore, but misses opportunities to further extend children's

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who attend. This is good

interest by listening to a range of music styles. The childminder ensures children benefit from well-planned activities to help them gain the necessary skills for school.

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good

Children are eager on arrival and show familiarity with the childminder, presenting a strong sense of belonging. They are consistent with daily routines, such as hand washing before having their lunch, which promotes good hygiene practices. Children enjoy mealtimes with the childminder, which she plans well to promote a healthy and nutritional diet. She teaches children to learn about healthy food options through discussions. Children behave very well and develop a secure understanding of acceptable behaviour, due to the childminder's consistent approach for dealing with behaviour concerns. Children go out daily for physical exercise and fresh air. In addition, the childminder makes good use of the space indoors to offer opportunities for physical play, such as the slide. The childminder promotes children's independence skills well in preparation for school. For example, she encourages children to take off their shoes when arriving indoors and to

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good

participate in helping to clear away toys.

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provision is good

The childminder is working towards completing a childcare qualification and uses her newly acquired knowledge to implement ideas to improve her current practice, such as reviewing teaching methods. The childminder maintains required records well and provides parents with easy access to her full range of policies and procedures. The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures to help promote children's welfare needs. The childminder's engagement with parents is strong and she effectively helps them to support their child's learning and development in the home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY402735 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 893737 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in Poplar, within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.

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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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