Paddon, Helen Claire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 November 2015 26 January 2012

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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 establishes what children know and can do at the earliest opportunity. She has a very clear understanding of what children are capable of from the outset.  Children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder is a good teacher who consistently modifies her approach to activities in order to provide children with carefully tailored teaching.  The childminding environment is very stimulating with an extensive range of resources and experiences offered. Children are motivated and show good levels of concentration. They are keen to get involved in the experiences that support them in acquiring the skills they need for school.  The childminder places a strong focus on developing children's speaking and listening skills in all activities. She offers them an extensive vocabulary and provides plenty of opportunities and the time to use the new words.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not focused her continuous professional development on enhancing her already good teaching skills.  The childminder has not managed to consistently engage all parents in providing updates on children's ongoing achievements and new interests at home.

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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

 enhance the already good teaching skills through targeted training  strengthen communication with parents in order to gain further updates on children's achievements and interests at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector and the childminder reflected on children's learning through play.  The inspector and the childminder had discussions at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of the suitability of members of the household over 16 years.  The inspector looked at letters and cards from parents and took account of the views expressed.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has detailed, clear documentation that she uses effectively to ensure the smooth and safe day- to-day running of her service. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has lots of experience in safeguarding from a previous job and brings her expertise into her work as a childminder. She has a high level of knowledge, knows the signs that give rise to concerns and the importance of acting swiftly, through the appropriate channels. The childminder reflects on her work and identifies areas that she would like to develop to enhance children's experiences. She has high expectations of herself and the children in her care. She has good relationships with parents and gathers pertinent and useful information before she begins caring for children. The childminder keeps parents informed about children's daily activities and their learning progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder offers children a good choice of play experiences. She uses her observations to help her to plan for things that children need to learn using resources that interest them. Children thoroughly enjoy playing with the dinosaurs and animals. The activity inspires them to sort things and to use their growing vocabulary to label what they find. The childminder concentrates her teaching on building on what children know and can do. She is consistently challenging them to achieve their goals. Children delight in using small toys as part of their imaginative play. They recreate familiar experiences and show a good knowledge of the world around them. The childminder is very patient. She creates an environment where children can learn at their own pace secure in the knowledge she is on hand for support and guidance. Children use books and puzzles with enthusiasm. They are eager to show others what they know and to share their success.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave very well. The childminder establishes clear boundaries and the children understand what is expected of them. Relationships are warm and trusting. The childminder is full of praise and encouragement. The children are flourishing in an atmosphere full of respect and value for each individual. Children's personal, social and emotional development is promoted very effectively. The childminder teaches children about sharing and taking turns. She uses mealtimes as a further learning opportunity to support children's rapidly growing independence. Children play in the fresh air. The childminder uses her local open spaces for active play and for teaching children about the natural world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress across each of the areas of learning. The childminder's precision in identifying children's developmental starting points and ongoing tracking ensures monitoring of progress is effective. Children gain the essential skills that they need in readiness for pre-school and then school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY355478 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 863396 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 26 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Welwyn Garden City. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday during term time.

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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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