Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 June 2015 18 June 2009

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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 outstanding, child-friendly learning environment is stimulating, colourful and intriguing. Children are encouraged to explore and play at their own pace. They move freely between indoors and outside, making choices from the extensive range of resources and exciting play spaces created for them.  All children learn effectively because the childminder plans activities to suit their unique, personal needs. She fully understands their individual styles of learning and stages of development, and accurately assesses their progress.  Children's safeguarding is assured. The childminder keeps her knowledge updated so she can refer any concerns without delay. Risk assessments for every aspect of the children's care keep them safe indoors, outside and when on outings.  Partnerships with parents are exceptionally strong and effective. Comments, cards and letters from parents are unfailingly positive. They have complete confidence in the

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This provision is outstanding

childminder to provide high-quality care, which in turn, helps their children to make outstanding progress.  The childminder effectively evaluates her practice. She is realistic when identifying strengths and areas for ongoing development, with an emphasis on what will make a positive difference to children. The views of children, parents and carers are carefully analysed and taken into account when thinking about changes and improvements.  Excellent use is made of local facilities, such as the park and the village amenities, to teach children about the world around them and their local community. Children freely explore the park equipment for balancing and climbing. They run and move freely, strengthening their bodies and staying healthy through exercise.

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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

 consider exploring different ways of introducing ideas about the wider world, including information about other cultures and how children live around the globe.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector interacted with children in the playroom and the outside area.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and observed the quality of teaching through an activity.  The inspector viewed a sample of documentation, including evidence of suitability checks for household members, qualification certificates, policies and children's development profiles.  The inspector took account of the views of parents gathered in advance of the inspection.

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who attend. This is outstanding

Every child makes excellent progress because the planned activities and available resources are exceptionally well thought out. The childminder imaginatively creates a child-centred environment using indoor and outdoor play spaces. Children move confidently between the areas, choosing what they would like to do and sustaining their interest well. The fantasy dinosaur swamp and nest of twigs, intrigue and inspire children to think of ways to care for the dinosaurs and provide food and water. Assessments are sharply focused and accurately show what children need to learn next. They are exceptionally well prepared for the future and the next stage in learning because they develop skills and attitudes to help them succeed at school. Books feature in the daily planning and sharing stories helps to instil a love of literature and improve vocabulary. Children's understanding of how people live around the world can be further enhanced by

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who attend. This is outstanding

extending the range of activities and resources to support this area of development.

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outstanding

Children's emotional well-being is sensitively and expertly considered by the childminder. She works closely with parents at every stage to ensure that children's routine care needs are met. Children show their sense of belonging and growing confidence as they self- direct their play and actively engage with the resources. Children enjoy healthy meals and snacks, such as fresh fruit. The daily opportunity to play in the fresh air, in all weathers, helps children stay healthy. They rest or sleep according to their needs and parents' wishes. The childminder maintains an exceptionally effective flow of information with parents, using innovative systems that she has devised. This means that she always knows exactly what children need. Safety is paramount and all aspects are fully considered. Children can take risks and challenge themselves, for example, on the trampoline or by using a garden hose safely, fully supported by the vigilant childminder.

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outstanding

Children show increasing levels of understanding in regard to their behaviour and the effects their actions have on others.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder strives for excellence in all aspects of her practice and constantly seeks improvements. The childminder constantly explores new ideas and ways to extend learning with the children and looks for inspiration from wide and varied sources. The result is that activities are always imaginative and interesting for children. By maintaining an exceptionally high-quality care and learning environment, and using inspirational teaching methods, children's excellent progress is assured. All aspects of safeguarding and welfare are meticulously considered so children are kept safe, secure and free from harm. Any concerns arising are dealt with promptly and effectively. Partnerships with parents and external organisations show immense sensitivity for each child's needs. Consequently, parents report that they are delighted at the consistently high quality of care their child receives.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 590095 Local authority Essex Inspection number 872382 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 14 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 18 June 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001 and lives in Great Horkesley, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am 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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