Childminder in Harrow

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 September 2015 3 November 2008

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder closely monitors and reviews children's progress. Therefore, she has a strong knowledge of their individual current achievements and next steps in learning. As a result, children make good progress.  Children behave extremely well. They are kind to each other, polite and develop excellent levels of confidence and self-control according to their age.  All children, including those who are learning to speak English as an additional language, develop excellent literacy skills; for example, they are able to recognise letters and spell their names. This promotes their readiness for school.  Children benefit from regular outings to a variety of different environments in which they can play, explore, and gain additional social skills. These opportunities help children to find out about their local diverse community and develop respect for others.  The childminder works closely with parents and exchanges relevant information about

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This provision is good

children's achievements, which supports their continuous education. Parents value the childminder's quality of care and highly appreciate her services.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always structure some daily routines in order to motivate and engage younger children fully. As a result, some children lose interest during these times.  Occasionally, the childminder does not make the best use of the resources available to stimulate and extend babies' interest in exploring tactile and sensory objects and materials.

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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

 review the structure of some daily routines for younger children so that they fully enjoy and benefit from all experiences  extend the range of resources for younger children, in particular, to promote their interest in investigating and exploring by using their senses.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and the childminder's interaction with children throughout the inspection.  The inspector sampled children's observations, planning and assessments, and looked at the registration records.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications, and looked at her policies and procedures.  The inspector held conversations with the childminder and children during the inspection.  The inspector took into account parents' views through various resources available.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting high-quality provision. She has completed a formal childcare qualification since her last inspection, which has had a positive impact on the learning experiences she now offers children. The childminder has developed clear systems to monitor and plan for children's progress. As a result, she is able to identify children that are the most able and those who need extra support, and to plan accordingly. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and knows how to keep children safe. For example, she is able to identify and report any signs that may raise cause for concern in order to promote children's welfare. Consequently, she keeps children safe while in her care. The childminder works closely with other professionals to identify areas for development and improve her provision. She regularly evaluates her practice and the

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

service she offers, for example, by gaining the views of parents and children. For example, when children recently displayed an interest in dinosaurs, the childminder bought extra resources to develop further their interest.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching the childminder provides for older children is exceptional at times and consistently good for other children. The childminder skilfully recognises children that are the most able; she sets challenging goals to ensure they reach their full potential. Overall, all children make good progress. The childminder follows children's interests. She offers encouraging interactions and supports children to engage in purposeful play throughout the day. For example, she skilfully challenges children by asking questions to promote their thinking skills. Furthermore, she extends their vocabulary by teaching them new words. As a result, children make good progress in their communication and language development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder builds strong and trusting relationships with children and their parents extremely well. This is because she ensures that children are able to settle in at their own pace. Children have extremely positive relationships with the childminder; they enjoy her cuddles, praise and consistent reassurance. The childminder meets children's individual care needs exceptionally well. She provides a range of fresh and nutritious meals and snacks. The childminder helps children to develop a good understanding of healthy food and why it is important to their health. For example, they discuss the benefits of eating fruit and regularly drinking fresh water. Excellent links with schools mean that the childminder is able to share information about children's achievements effectively.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are making effective progress in preparation for the next stage in their learning and for school. For example, they show the necessary skills, such as being independent and knowing how to make friends. Older children show good mathematical and literacy skills; for example, they are able to recognise letters and numbers, and can independently read and write their own name.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 147937 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 846688 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 3 November 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in the London Borough of Harrow. The childminder works each weekday throughout most of the year. The childminder is in receipt of funding for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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