Broad, Jennifer Mary

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 June 2015 29 May 2012

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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

 The childminder is using high-quality teaching to promote children's rapid learning. She uses very clear speech, listens attentively and questions skilfully, which helps children to develop their own thinking and problem-solving skills.  The childminder uses the children's interest in imaginative play to help them understand the world. They discover how to be shop owners and customers and how to care for babies, as they pretend to be different people.  The childminder ensures the children experience outdoor learning to support their health and well-being. She offers plenty of visits to exciting places where children can explore nature and be physically active.  The childminder works exceptionally well with parents to support children in settling in to her care. They frequently exchange information and this means they have a shared understanding of what children know and enjoy.  The childminder reflects on her practice effectively. She uses the views of the children

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This provision is good

to extend the range of activities and those of the parent to shape and improve her service.  The childminder provides a safe and secure environment where children are able to move freely, with plenty of good quality resources on hand to support their learning through play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always have all of the information from other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage where children attend more than one provision.  The childminder has not been exploiting the opportunities for additional training to enhance her teaching even further.

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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

 extend the partnerships with other early years provisions that children attend to ensure that all possible information about children's learning is shared  enhance teaching even further by establishing a regular programme of professional development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the sitting room, dining area and the garden. The inspector reflected on children's learning with the childminder.  The inspector, childminder and children had conversations at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation relating to the day-to-day organisation of the childminding service, children's progress and self-evaluation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from information provided by the childminder.  The inspector checked the evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of other household members aged over 16 years.

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who attend. This is good

Children explore their opportunities for learning through play with tremendous enthusiasm. They delight in their baking and take pleasure and pride in their delicious pizzas. The childminder incorporates a wide variety of learning into children's play always focusing on extending their thinking. She supports children in developing their mathematical skills, as they measure and pour the water into the mixing bowls. They discuss shapes and size as they knead and roll out their dough. Children explore their interest in writing as they include it in their creative and making activities. They show great skill as they write their names and numbers on birthday stickers and on the watches they make from paper. The childminder consistently supports children to acquire skills and attributes that prepare them for their future learning in school. She makes precise observations of the children as they play and uses these successfully to plan further

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good

The childminder offers children a comfortable and relaxed environment, providing them with the toys they like to play with. The children feel confident and settle well in her care. This means they are able to enjoy their time with her. They behave incredibly well and consistently demonstrate a kind and caring attitude towards others. They take turns and share equipment when they play. They are polite to each other and towards adults, showing a willingness to be helpful. Children are responsible and the childminder ensures they are quickly learning how to manage their personal care. They are enthusiastic hand washers and confidently explain the need to remove dirt and germs before cooking and eating. Children have great fun washing their hands in the warm bubbly water and compare this to the feel of the cooler water they use in their baking activity. Children have a very good understanding of how to keep themselves safe. They explain the importance

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good

of sitting correctly on chairs at the table so as not to fall off.

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provision is good

The childminder has a clear understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She safeguards children effectively by keeping up with the required paediatric first-aid training and checking that she has the latest information from her local authority on child protection. However, the childminder has not been making the most of opportunities to extend her very good teaching with further training and professional development related to children's learning. She is sharing practice issues with other childminders and uses the internet to research activity ideas. Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals, in some cases exceeding the expectations for their age. The childminder works closely with all parents, who praise her very highly. The partnerships with other settings that children attend are not as strong as they could be in order to provide consistency of care and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY437807 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 874660 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Hertford. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Tuesday 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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