Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 September 2015 15 September 2009

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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 Good 2

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This provision is good

 Children are making good progress in their learning. The childminder reviews the quality of his provision very well. He uses his knowledge to successfully assess and monitor the high quality service to drive ongoing improvements that benefit children.  Children are enthusiastic and keen to learn. They freely choose from a wide range of resources and activities, which supports all areas of their learning. They happily join in with planned adult-led activities that promote their learning very well.  Children develop positive relationships with the childminder and each other. They happily play together, listen to and respect each other, take turns and share their experiences.  The childminder has a very positive attitude towards his work. He works closely with his co-childminders and keeps them up to date with changes through regular discussions, training and reading. This fosters a culture of good quality care and teaching for

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have time to revisit adult-led activities independently to further enhance their learning.  The childminder does not take every opportunity to help children to think for themselves and express themselves.

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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

 ensure children have time to revisit activities so they can build on what they have already learnt  make full use of all opportunities to encourage children to find their own answers, express their ideas and extend their thinking skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed activities and the childminder's interactions with children inside and outside.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector looked at children's records, the childminder's suitability, and a range of documentations, including policies, procedures and first-aid certificate.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Leadership and management is strong. The childminder has addressed all recommendations from his last inspection. He works effectively with his co-childminder. Together, they review the quality of provision effectively. They check children's learning and target any gaps to promote children's next steps in learning. The experienced childminder supports his staff to improve their knowledge and skills, for example, through training and sharing knowledge he has gained from his ongoing research. The childminder uses thorough policies to underpin his good practice and to provide a safe and secure environment for children. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe from harm and knows the procedures to follow should he have any concerns. Successful partnerships with other professionals and parents are strong and ensure continuity for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy good quality learning experiences. The childminder knows the children and their abilities well. He uses his observations and assessments to plan activities that promote children's interest and motivate them to learn. Children have regular opportunities to develop their counting skills in planned activities and daily routines. For example, children enjoyed sorting and counting toy insects and sea creatures with the childminder. Children listen intently to stories and are eager to join in with repeated phrases. They practise their early writing skills using a wide range of materials. Parents value information shared about their children's learning and development, and are complimentary about the childminder's practice.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is caring and sensitive to the needs of all children who attend. Children build secure emotional attachments; they are confident to seek out help and reassurance when needed. Children have regular access to the outdoor environment. This promotes their physical well-being; they enjoy climbing and sliding on the large play equipment. The childminder provides healthy, nutritious meals and actively encourages healthy eating. Children behave very well. The childminder is a good role model and is consistent in his approach. He encourages children to respect each other, share and be involved. He regularly praises their achievements, boosting their self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

Outcomes for children are good. All children make good progress from their starting points. Children develop independence in their self-help skills. They enjoy helping to prepare their own snacks. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, such as school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY389259 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 830186 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 18

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. He lives in Twickenham, in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. He operates his service all year, excluding bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with a co-childminder at any one time. He is accredited to receive funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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