Childminder in Camden

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 July 2015 2 July 2010

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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

 The childminder provides a stimulating environment that enables children to explore and investigate freely and actively engage in their learning.  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 supports children to learn about healthy eating as they help to grow and harvest many different vegetables.  The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection procedures. She fully understands her responsibility to protect the welfare and safety of the children in her care.  The childminder recognises the importance of professional development and attends regular training to keep her knowledge up to date and improve her practice.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not consistently enjoy play experiences that represent and enable them to use their home languages. This slightly reduces the help they receive to develop their language skills as they learn and reflect on their home experiences.

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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 opportunities for children to use their home languages during play to help them develop their communication and language abilities further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and garden.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, the childminder's policies and procedures, and evidence of the suitability of household members.  The inspector discussed safeguarding practices and self-evaluation processes with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of readily available resources and interesting experiences for children. Children respond very well to this and are curious and motivated to learn. The childminder's assessment systems show that children make steady progress. She is skilled at tuning in to children's interests, in particular with physical play and ball games. The garden offers space for children to develop their physical skills as they enjoy using a range of different play equipment. Children have great fun as they throw the ball to the childminder and aim for the basketball net. They measure, balance and explore sand using funnels and tubes. The childminder skilfully supports children's language development by speaking clearly with them as she demonstrates how the funnels work. She provides resources to engage children, such as play telephones, which promote children's language in their imaginative play. She is actively involved in children's

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who attend. This is good

imaginative games and promotes young children's communication by involving them in the many books they share.

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good

The childminder has created a nurturing environment where all children are respected and valued. Children are happy and relate well to the childminder because she is very kind and caring. The childminder's frequent praise and encouragement successfully promote children's confidence and emotional well-being. Children benefit from stimulating outings that maximise their confidence and social skills. These also help children to learn about their diverse world. The childminder raises children's awareness of diversity through a good range of activities to celebrate different festivals. Strong procedures are in place to extend children's independence and self-help skills. For example, they make their own choices about their play, complete activities themselves, and wash their hands before eating. This helps to prepare them for their next stage of learning.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She effectively evaluates her practice, which clearly shows her dedication to developing her ideas and skills. This has a significant impact on how she promotes outcomes for children. The childminder has very positive relationships with parents. They comment how much they appreciate her ongoing support and feel very reassured of the quality of the care their children receive. The childminder gives great emphasis to keeping children safe and continually assesses their safety and well-being. She has developed excellent information sharing practices with parents, which fully promote continuity in children's care and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY311757 Local authority Camden Inspection number 1007369 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in the West Hampstead area of the London Borough of Camden. 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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