Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 October 2015 7 October 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 has a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She implements the requirements effectively by reflecting on her practice and evaluating her setting to promote continuous improvements.  The childminder successfully promotes children's personal, social and emotional development. She praises children for doing well, telling them how clever they are and she encourages children to socialise during regular attendance at group activities. Children have a strong attachment to the childminder and are clearly happy and settled in her care.  The childminder understands how to promote children's communication and language development. She plans a range of activities that encourage their speaking and listening skills. For example, during story time the childminder uses simple questioning techniques to encourage children to talk about the story.  Teaching is strong. Children's progress and achievements are good, given their starting

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This provision is good

points and capabilities. The childminder makes effective use of observations and assessments and supports children to acquire the skills they need for future learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are fewer opportunities for children to explore and discover different cultures and backgrounds. The childminder does not consistently offer more activities or resources to support children in developing further interest in their own customs and cultures.  The childminder does not make the best use of opportunities to support children to develop their counting skills.

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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

 provide children with a wider range of opportunities and activities which reflect and value the diversity of their backgrounds and cultural experiences  provide more opportunities for children to develop their counting skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the suitability of the childminder and other household members. She also looked at children's learning profiles and the childminder's training certificates, including first aid.  The inspector observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents as provided in written references.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during planned and spontaneous activities, and she assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector talked to the childminder about how she reviews her practice and viewed her written self-evaluation record. She also spoke with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a strong relationship with the parents. She communicates effectively and encourages parents to support their children's learning at home. Regular daily updates and discussions mean that parents are constantly aware of their children's progress and achievements. Parents are well informed and enjoy receiving the photographs showing the fun their children have while in the childminder's care. Additionally, the childminder works closely with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage to promote a consistent approach to children's learning. For example, she regularly shares information and takes a keen interest in their pre-school learning profiles. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder attends regular child protection training and is aware of all legislative updates to protect the children in her care. She has a range of written policies and is aware of the signs and symptoms of

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

abuse. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she identifies a concern. Regular training and attendance at networking meetings supports the childminder in her own continuous professional development. She is dedicated to her role and she ensures that her quality of teaching improves with her own training and experience.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder incorporates children's identified next steps in learning into planned and spontaneous activities and experiences. She introduces new vocabulary as they engage in creative play with cereal and role-play resources. The childminder promotes opportunities for children to develop their physical skills as, for example, they use a variety of different sized utensils during their play. Younger children, who are learning to walk have good opportunities to explore a range of resources and equipment that supports them effectively. The childminder encourages them happily, building their confidence through praise as they begin to take their first steps.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are cared for in a warm and inviting environment. The childminder demonstrates a genuine care and concern for supporting children's welfare and is consistent in her approach to managing their behaviour. Parents provide children with a healthy lunch and the childminder provides a range of nutritious snacks throughout the day. Children learn about the importance of leading healthy lifestyles and follow regular handwashing routines. The childminder meets young children's care needs effectively and follows parental requests to support their sleep and feeding routines, where possible. Children are confident and make firm friendships with other children at the setting. The childminder encourages children to learn about sharing and turn taking as she joins in with their games and role models effectively.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder provides children with a safe and secure environment where they make good progress. They make independent choices about their play. In relation to their starting points they develop the key skills needed for their next stage of learning, which is usually pre-school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424769 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 852533 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 7 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Hatfield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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Telephone number

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