Childminder in Tower Hamlets

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 September 2015 3 November 2011

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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

 The childminder reflects on her practice to continuously update it in order to improve outcomes for children. For example, she works closely with outside professionals to help identify ways to improve her service.  The childminder develops close relationships with parents and encourages them to be involved in their children's learning and development. Information is shared quickly and easily, which helps promote a consistent approach between home and the setting.  The childminder promotes positive behaviour. Children are aware of her expectations and they behave well. Children have good listening skills and show respect to others.  The childminder observes, plans and assesses children's learning and development effectively. As a result, children are progressing well.  The childminder interacts well with the children and uses every opportunity to enhance their communication and language development. As a result, children express

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This provision is good

themselves confidently.  Children play in a warm, friendly and secure environment. They settle well and develop strong attachments with the childminder.  Children are progressing well with their development. They develop their self-esteem well. They develop their social skills as they share with others and talk about their play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder do not always gives children sufficient time to explore on their own before providing support. Therefore, at times, children miss the opportunity to learn through trial and error.  The childminder provides little opportunity for children to enjoy creative movement and singing.

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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

 increase time for children to explore and learn through trial and error  ensure children have the opportunity to enjoy and learn through creative music, dance and movement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including the childminder's training certificates, insurance policy, records of attendance, risk assessments and safeguarding policy.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and reviewed feedback from parents obtained through written documentation made available during the inspection.  The inspector undertook a tour of the premises.  The inspector observed the quality of care and teaching, and sampled children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements appropriate safeguarding and child protection policy and procedures. She undertakes safeguarding training to enhance her understanding and to keep up to date with her childminding responsibilities. She is well aware of how to recognise the possible signs and symptoms that give cause for concern about a child's welfare. She is aware of the procedures to record and report such concerns. The childminder has a range of policies and procedures to ensure a smooth and effective practice that benefits the children and their families. The childminder monitors children's progress well. She evaluates her practice effectively. As a result, the childminder identifies her professional needs and undertakes suitable training to extend her knowledge and understanding.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a range of interesting resources and opportunities for the children. These activities help children to progress well with their physical, personal, social and emotional development. In addition, the childminder uses questioning to engage the children and to extend their ability to communicate effectively. The childminder provides opportunities for the children's imaginative play; for example, by providing a range of resources to encourage role play about the fire service, the police and doctors. Children learn that families differ and that they celebrate a variety of festivals. This helps them learn to be tolerant. Children enjoy exploring a range of technology resources. Children develop their understanding of mathematics during everyday tasks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children display a sense of belonging as they confidently move around to choose their play. Children form close friendships with others and develop their social skills as they play with each other. They learn to listen, to share and to respect others. The childminder is a positive role model for their behaviour. Children know what is acceptable and unacceptable behaviour. Children learn how to take care of their toys, such as when they help the childminder with tidying up. The childminder ensures effective safety checks are completed to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for the children to play safely. She helps them learn about healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for their next stage of learning. They are active learners and are well motivated to learn. Children enjoy books and willingly speak about their favourites. They learn to count and recognise numbers. They learn about sizes, shapes and patterns. They develop their confidence and independence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY426663 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 823271 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 3 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Bethnal Green in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The childminder's service is open each weekday all year round. The childminder holds a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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Telephone number

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