Childminder in Thurrock

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 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 is friendly and welcoming; her nurturing approach helps children settle quickly, forming secure bonds that fully support their emotional well-being.  Children make good progress as the childminder assesses their individual learning needs accurately and meets these well.  The childminder interacts effectively with children as they play and extends their language and mathematical skills so that they make good progress.  Effective communication with parents means that they are well informed and take an active role in their child's learning.  The childminder shows a strong commitment to improving the quality of her provision. Children benefit from the improvements she makes as a result of knowledge gained on her training courses.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed the range of natural resources for children to explore and develop their sensory skills.

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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

 increase resources for children to explore different natural resources, textures and materials using their senses.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the observations of children's play and learning in the home.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she delivers the educational programmes for the children.  The inspector checked evidence of safeguarding knowledge and took account of the childminder's self-evaluation and views of parents.  The inspector looked at all available documentation as part of the inspection process.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

New parents provide the childminder with a good overview of their children's interests, abilities and family background. This enables the childminder to meet children's individual needs successfully. She carefully observes children and assesses their stages of development. The childminder plans challenging activities based firmly around children's interests and identified learning priorities. Children become absorbed and concentrate well at their favourite activities. They develop good coordination as they work out how to roll out play dough. Children develop good imaginary skills as they pretend to make a cup of tea. The childminder offers encouragement and helps them to talk about what they are doing. Children express their thoughts confidently and show a good use of language. The childminder helps children secure the skills they need to be ready for school.

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good

Children behave well and develop good social skills. Children form strong bonds with the childminder and they enjoy playing with her. The childminder actively promotes children's physical well-being. Children enjoy plenty of exercise and fresh air on outings. They learn to manage risks as they climb and try different outdoor play equipment in the park. However, the childminder does not have many sensory resources for children to explore natural objects and a variety of textures in the learning environment. The childminder teaches children about the importance of good personal hygiene and healthy eating. She organises her home effectively to meet children's needs. The childminder has a chart on the wall to help children to learn how to express their feelings and a variety of posters to interest them about sharing and taking turns.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She is secure in her understanding of child protection procedures. She has all the required documentation in place. The childminder uses her assessments of children to review and monitor their progress. She makes sure that she continues to challenge all children and help them develop in their learning. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments for the home and for outings to keep children safe. The childminder works closely with other early years settings that children attend to promote their individual continuity of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441970 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 956050 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 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 2012 and lives in Grays, Essex. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She has a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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