Childminder in Enfield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 March 2015 22 June 2011

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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

 Children have formed close bonds with the childminder. She provides a very positive environment and children are enthusiastic when sharing their learning with her.  Children are confident when choosing their play from the varied range of good quality resources.  Teaching is good. The childminder uses daily routines well to support children's mathematical development. She sets challenges for children and introduces different mathematical terms to help children use numbers and fractions for a purpose.  The childminder reviews her provision well. She actively seeks the views of parents and assesses the way her resources are used so that all children's needs are met.  The childminder places a high priority on safeguarding children. She minimises risks to children's safety and has a good understanding of child protection procedures.  Children enjoy using posters to identify and recall different fruits and vegetables they

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This provision is good

have eaten recently with the childminder. This promotes their awareness of healthy eating.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide opportunities for younger children to independently choose messy-play activities in the main playroom.  Resources for children to use technology as they explore the outside area are limited.

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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

 develop opportunities for children to explore a wider range of items to develop their awareness of technology  provide opportunities for younger children to independently choose messy-play activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children taking part in daily routines and play activities.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including qualification certificates, children's development folders and policies.  The inspector took account of parents' views from completed questionnaires and other written feedback.  The inspector spoke with children and with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder understands and implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage effectively. Children enjoy their time there as they play and learn. The childminder carefully observes children to monitor their progress. She knows children well and provides well-planned activities and routines to promote their learning. She has good knowledge of children's play preferences and uses this information in her planning. Older children enjoy a range of sensory play activities in all areas. However, similar activities for younger children are not always available in the main room. This means that they cannot always make independent choices about their play. The childminder encourages children's communication development well. She consistently gives children time to think about the answers to challenging questions. As a result, children develop their thinking skills as they are not hurried or under pressure to provide an immediate answer. This skilled approach

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who attend. This is good

means that children confidently give their answers and join in with discussions.

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good

Children's behaviour is very good. They play together well and older children help their younger friends with different routines. Children demonstrate good manners and consideration for others. This is because the childminder provides a positive environment and respects all children. Children are learning self-care and social skills as they prepare to attend school or nursery. Older children wash their hands and put their coats on independently. The childminder provides circle times at a toddler group so that children learn to take part in these larger group activities. Children enjoy daily outside play in the secure garden. She uses resources effectively to encourage children's exploration, for example, as they play with dinosaurs and watch the effect of the wind on different mobiles. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to use technology resources outside as they explore their environment.

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provision is good

The childminder demonstrates a firm commitment to reviewing her practice and developing her professional knowledge. She attends regular training and this ensures that she is aware of any changes to requirements. The training also updates her knowledge of good practice in a range of areas. The childminder has addressed the recommendations made at the last inspection, demonstrating an ongoing capacity for improvement. She gives daily feedback to parents and provides detailed information about children's progress. Parents' very positive comments show that they are happy with the service she provides.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 135875 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 841139 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 22 June 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1993. She lives in the Bush Hill Park area of the London Borough of Enfield. The childminder works with her daughter, who is also a registered childminder.

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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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