Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 May 2015 20 March 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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's progress and achievements are good, given their starting points and capabilities. Teaching is effective in most areas of learning. The childminder makes good use of observations and assessments, and plans activities that incorporate children's interests.  Children's personal, social and emotional development is warmly promoted. The childminder provides good settling-in procedures. She develops close bonds and attachments with the children in her care, to support their self-esteem and confidence. Consequently, children develop the skills they need for their move on to school.  The childminder promotes children's safety, because she ensures that they are safe, in and out of the home. She completes regular risk assessments, keeps up to date with safeguarding training, and meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements. As a result, she protects the children in her care.  Children's communication and language development is good. The childminder plans

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This provision is good

activities where she introduces new words during play, speaks clearly and repeats often. Consequently, children learn new words and this encourages early language development.  Partnerships with parents are effective in supporting children's progress. As a result, contributions to children's learning and development are consistent.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children's understanding of appropriate routines at mealtimes is not consistently encouraged.  There are fewer opportunities for children to explore and play imaginatively with a range of media and materials.

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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

 help children to learn about appropriate mealtime routines, for example, by encouraging them to sit down while eating  extend opportunities for children to explore and be imaginative, for example, by providing more role-play experiences and resources.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed general play and the snack and lunch time routine in the childminder's home. She spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she reviews and evaluates her setting, to seek continuous improvement. She also discussed observations of the children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her family. She viewed a range of other documentation, including the childminder's first-aid and safeguarding training certificates.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses guidance effectively to support her in tracking children's progress while observing them. This means that she is able to plan activities that incorporate children's next steps in learning. The teaching is good. The childminder promotes children's mathematical development well. She encourages them to count during activities, and they use a variety of jigsaws and puzzles to begin solving problems. Children enjoy a range of adult-led activities, such as recognising various letters of the alphabet when drawn with chalk. The childminder challenges children, as they begin to identify and correctly recognise words and names, and she congratulates them for their efforts. However, the childminder does not always provide sufficient opportunities for children to develop their imagination or express themselves. For example, children do not have the chance to use a

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who attend. This is good

range of media and materials, including role play on a regular basis.

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good

The childminder knows the children very well. She is aware of their likes and interests, and knows exactly where they require additional support. The childminder praises children and helps them to feel secure. For example, children happily draw her into their activities, and smile as she joins them in a game or for a cuddle on the sofa. Children enjoy a range of outside activities, supporting their physical development, and the childminder uses these opportunities to enhance their understanding of personal safety. For example, the childminder reiterates the importance of safety, as they cross the road on the way to pre- school. The childminder provides children with healthy, balanced snacks and meals. She provides fresh drinking water and regular opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise. However, the childminder does not consistently promote opportunities for children to learn about appropriate and safe routines when eating. For example, children

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good

tend to walk around while eating their snack.

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provision is good

The childminder has made significant improvements since her last inspection and these have had a positive impact on children's care, learning and safety. The childminder has a relevant first-aid certificate. Therefore, she is able to deal with accidents and incidents quickly and appropriately. In addition to this, the childminder completes regular risk assessments, to ensure that children remain safe in her care. The childminder is effective in promoting her own continuous professional development. She attends regular and appropriate training courses, which support her in extending her knowledge and understanding of children's learning and development. As a result, she provides a better quality of care. The childminder has a strong partnership with staff at other settings attended by the children. They work together to support the children, and the family as a whole, through shared planning and regular discussions. Consequently, children benefit

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provision is good

from this consistent approach to their learning and their behaviour is good.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY259607 Local authority Essex Inspection number 819786 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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