Childminder in Waltham Forest

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 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 plans a good range of activities and children can freely choose from the various toys and resources indoors and outside. She has good teaching skills and helps children to make good progress in their learning.  The childminder uses observations focused on each area of children's learning and development and assesses their achievements to identify and promptly address any gaps or weaker aspects of their learning.  The childminder is kind and considerate and uses carefully planned settling-in procedures so that all children develop close bonds with her. Children show they feel safe and secure in the childminder's company.  The childminder frequently takes children to visit many places of interest so that they can explore and gain a greater understanding of the world. For example, they visit Buckingham Palace to learn about the Queen, and the Zoo to learn about different animals.  The childminder has established robust procedures to protect children. She knows who

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This provision is good

to contact in the event of a concern about children's welfare. The childminder works with an assistant. She trains her appropriately and ensures she is suitable to work with children. The childminder and her assistant are vigilant in their supervision to help keep children safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of her links with other early years settings that children attend to fully support their learning and development.  The childminder does not always provide enough opportunities for children to learn, observe, explore and find out about different people's beliefs, religions and abilities.

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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 links with other early years settings that children attend, so as to learn more about children's interests and achievements to help ensure planned activities and experiences complement those children have elsewhere  extend opportunities for children to learn, observe, explore and find out about people's differences, such as ethnicity, religion, gender and abilities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities during inspection.  The inspector sampled planning, assessment and registration records.  The inspector held conversations with the childminder and the children throughout the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's and her assistant's suitability, qualifications, and looked at her policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder skilfully engages different aged children into activities and recognises their individual achievements. For example, when children do a large floor puzzle together, she discusses each individual's input and praises each child. All children, including those who are learning English as an additional language, are developing good communication and language skills. They are articulate and confident during their play and interactions with the childminder. This is because the childminder plays with the children, models language and uses questioning effectively. Older children have a positive impact on younger children's learning. They help with more complex games and celebrate their achievements. This helps children to develop positive attitudes to others, motivates them in their learning and helps them get ready for the move onto nursery or school.

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good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and are confident and happy. Children behave very well in the childminder's care. They are nice to each other and use their manners during the day. Children learn about good personal hygiene procedures and develop independence through daily routines. Children benefit from freshly prepared nutritious meals. The childminder actively promotes children's good health and uses planned and spontaneous opportunities to talk to the children and their parents about healthy lifestyles. For example, she explains why ice lollies are not good for them and what alternatives they can have. Children are free to use the garden as they wish and regularly take part in outings in the local area. The outdoor play broadens children's experiences and helps them to develop their physical skills.

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provision is good

The childminder manages her provision well. She regularly holds supervision meetings with her assistant. Together they identify any personal development needs and discuss children's achievements, next steps for learning and possible extra support needed to assist children's progress. The childminder works closely with parents. She regularly shares children's achievements and discuss possible support parents can give at home. As a result, parents are fully involved into children's learning. The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to improving her provision. She regularly evaluates her practice and takes into account children's, parents' and early years advisors' views to help her provide better learning experiences for children. The childminder extends her knowledge through training, meetings with other childminders and via online research, which she then discusses with her assistant to strengthen their practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442806 Local authority Waltham Forest Inspection number 902362 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Chingford, in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The childminder works each weekday throughout most of 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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