Childminder in Haringey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 May 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 makes good use of her observations to assess how children are developing and to plan for what they need to learn next. As a result, children make good progress in their learning.  The childminder works well in partnership with parents. This means that children receive strong, tailored support for their learning in the setting and at home.  The childminder supports children's emotional well-being by managing behaviour positively so that children are secure, happy and settled in her care.  The childminder works well when reflecting on her provision. She attends training and best practice meetings to improve her provision, so that she meets children's needs well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has established links with staff at other early years settings children attend, but the information she gathers does not always help her to plan a joined-up approach to progressing children's learning.

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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

 strengthen partnerships with staff at other settings that children attend to more effectively share information about children's progress and find ways to complement their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed resources and activities in the living room and accompanied the childminder to collect children from school.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector looked at children's records, the childminder's planning documentation, suitability records, and her policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She provides a good range of resources, so that children can make independent choices. Children are secure, settled and happy in her care. The childminder plans meaningful activities that capture children's interests and extend their experiences. For example, the childminder uses regular visits to the library and playgroups to develop children's communication and social skills. She encourages children to enjoy conversations and to learn new words. She teaches children early reading and writing skills successfully and encourages them to be creative with stimulating materials. As children walk home with the childminder from nursery and school, she talks to them about what they have been learning about during the day. She includes children in the activity planning by asking them what they would like to do for the afternoon. The children show delight as

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who attend. This is good

they run and climb, enjoying the physical play after a day at school. At parks and playgroups, they learn to take part in activities with other children of a similar age, which helps to prepare them for future experiences at nursery or school.

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good

The childminder uses child development guidance effectively to help her identify children's stages of development, and care and learning needs. She observes children as they play and welcomes parents' knowledge and ideas to use in her assessments. This joint input helps her to promote consistency in children's good progress. Children develop very strong attachments to the childminder. The childminder skilfully guides children's behaviour so they learn to share, take turns and care for each other. She promotes children's health and safety extremely well. She takes robust steps to minimise risks to children in her home, and on outings, and frequently challenges children to think about their own safety, such as when crossing roads. The childminder teaches children about the importance of hygiene during everyday care practices. They choose from a wide range of nutritious foods and discuss the foods that keep them healthy.

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provision is good

The childminder shows a positive attitude to continually improving her provision and developing her skills. Children benefit from the childminder's dedication and commitment towards them and their families. She has comprehensive documentation to support her practice. The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures. She updates her knowledge through training regularly so that she is confident about what to do if she has concerns about a child. She is proactive at seeking out information and attending training, and has recently renewed her first-aid training.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY426938 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 891767 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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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 Tottenham, in the London Borough of Haringey. She works each weekday throughout the year.

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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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