Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 March 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 demonstrates lovely relationships with the children. Children are confident and seek her out to share experiences.  The childminder has strong partnerships with parents which promotes consistency for the children in her care.  The childminder provides a good selection of toys and resources which allow children to develop well in all areas of learning.  The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle with time spent outside and healthy meals provided.  The childminder has further developed her knowledge by completing a childcare qualification. She has used this to enhance all aspects of her provision for the benefit of children.  Children behave well and respond well to direction from the childminder.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children have limited access to information and communication technology to help them learn about this aspect of the world.

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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

 enhance opportunities for children to learn about information and communication technology.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder.  The inspector observed activities and the quality of teaching.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a good range of activities, including pasta play, to promote children's learning and development. Children have free access to a wide range of toys and resources that help them to develop their independence and choice-making skills. Young children enjoy painting and puzzles and enjoy talking to the childminder about what they are doing. The childminder develops children's mathematical concepts through circle time and allows children to draw their own circles to sit around. Children's communication and language develop well with the childminder constantly communicating with them. The childminder makes effective use of observations, planning and assessment to meet children's individual learning needs and help them make progress in all areas. This helps them to prepare for school. She regularly exchanges information with parents and other settings which allows children's learning to be supported at home and at nursery. The

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who attend. This is good

childminder completes detailed progress checks for children aged two which provide a well-rounded and accurate assessment of the children.

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good

The childminder's home provides a safe and welcoming environment. The childminder completes risk assessments for the home and garden to help ensure children's safety. She encourages good hygiene practices by supporting children to wash their hands with soap. The childminder is a good role model and encourages appropriate language and good manners. Children benefit from regular trips to toddler groups and classes to develop their social skills and confidence. The childminder has a positive settling-in process which allows children to feel comfortable and confident in her home. The childminder has completed appropriate safeguarding training and demonstrates a good understanding of keeping children safe.

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provision is good

The childminder has good knowledge of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She attends regular training with the local authority and this, along with gaining a childcare qualification, has enabled her to provide an exciting learning environment for the children. The childminder is committed to promoting good-quality provision for both the children and parents. She has built strong relationships with parents. For example, she helps them with decisions such as sending their child to nursery and attending local clubs. The childminder supports both children and parents at times of change to ensure consistency for the children. The childminder values the views of the parents and regularly collects feedback from them. This helps her to evaluate her practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY423492 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 752267 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Twickenham in Middlesex

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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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