Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 March 2015 14 February 2011

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder and her assistant provide excellent teaching. They ensure that all activities are engaging and interesting for children. This allows toddlers to learn alongside older children at a level they can understand. As a result, all children make extremely good progress.  Babies, toddlers and older children all display the confidence, independence and skills, appropriate to their age, to ensure that they are emotionally well prepared for full-time school. Clear and regular assessments ensure that any gaps in children's learning are addressed early.  The childminder's commitment to continuous professional development has a highly effective impact on the quality of teaching that she provides. She consistently uses what she has learnt to deliver fresh and exciting learning experiences for children. Consequently, the childminder displays the motivation and commitment to sustain the outstanding levels of care and teaching for children.

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This provision is outstanding

 Children settle quickly and happily into this welcoming setting. Their names and craft works are displayed, which helps the children to feel valued and have pride in their achievements.  Children have formed strong bonds and attachments with the childminder and her assistant. They display extremely good levels of behaviour, confidence and self-esteem as they help each other with small tasks and openly show affection. Children joke and giggle together with the adults, which shows they are happy and having fun.  Children's safety is highly prioritised. The childminder has a detailed knowledge of the action she would take if she had any concerns about a child. She expertly teaches children how to manage risks for themselves. As a result, children behave responsibly and safely while exploring the exciting environment and activities provided.

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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 the already good opportunities for children to expand their confidence in communicating and interacting in unfamiliar situations outside the home setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to and interacted with the childminder, her assistant and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at the environment, resources and equipment provided and how effectively they are used to support children's play and learning.  The inspector examined a selection of information and documentation relating to the suitability of adults, children's safeguarding, welfare and developmental progress.  The inspector and childminder jointly observed and discussed children's learning and development during play.

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who attend. This is outstanding

Children of all ages, who attend this setting, receive fun and high-quality activities, which teach them all the fundamental elements they need to be curious and imaginative learners. Creative role-play activities enable children to understand what will happen in the eclipse. As a result, toddlers proudly announce that their head is the moon as they move in front of the sun, which is another child who is holding a torch. The childminder further extends their learning with craft activities, photographs and reference books. The childminder and her assistant take every opportunity to engage children's thinking. For example, children notice a wet patch on the paving and this triggers a discussion and investigation as to where the water might have come from. Consequently, children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and eventually full-time school.

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outstanding

The childminder and her assistant are skilled in forming strong bonds with the children. Babies, toddlers and children have their care needs exceptionally well met. Close links and partnerships between the setting and home enables babies to adapt at their own pace, which helps to reduce their anxiety. The childminder uses clear explanation and endless patience to enable children to be as independent as possible and to be aware of danger and keep themselves safe. Toddlers show that they can manage risks responsibly by holding on and taking the garden steps slowly and one at a time. As a result, children benefit from highly effective care practices, which promote their emotional well-being. Children show that they care for each other as they help to find a younger child's hat and the childminder's boots. They giggle happily as the childminder talks about the different sizes while demonstrating with a small baby's hat on her head.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder delivers the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage to an outstanding level within her home environment. There is scope to extend the learning that children receive outside the home. This will provide excellent opportunities for shy children to expand their confidence in communicating. The childminder is committed to continue to extend her qualifications and knowledge. Her assistant also attends regular training and workshops alongside the childminder. As a result, they deliver bright and motivating learning, which all ages of children can participate in equally. The childminder assesses and reviews the quality of her setting and children's progress through an effective monitoring and assessment programme. She uses the information to extend and expand children's learning to encompass their interests and their individual next steps in their development. In addition, very effective links with local schools, other childminders and

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provision is outstanding

other early years settings, promote continuity for children and aids their smooth move on to eventual full-time school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY340215 Local authority Essex Inspection number 873361 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 February 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Stansted. She works with an assistant and they operate all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 4.

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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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