Negus Tracy Louise

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 November 2015 14 July 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 well-qualified childminder knows how to promote children's learning and development. Teaching is good. She adapts activities to include children of all ages and provides them with consistent challenge.  Children demonstrate good communication skills. They confidently speak about their day at nursery, listen to and follow instructions well and join in with the words to their favourite songs.  The childminder places a high priority on continuing her professional development and has recently undertaken a formal childcare qualification. In addition, she attends a wide variety of training to build on her existing knowledge and drive forward improvement.  Children's well-being is promoted. The childminder gathers detailed information about each child's care and level of development when they start. She uses this to help them experience a smooth move into her home and develop early plans to promote their

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This provision is good

good progress from the outset.  Parents are very happy with the childminder's professional, warm and consistent approach to caring for their children. They appreciate the regular advice that she shares from her wealth of experience. Children state how keen they are to attend and show reluctance to leave once they are much older and self-sufficient.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide parents with detailed information about how to precisely support children's learning at home to help them to make maximum progress.  The childminder does not use every available opportunity to build upon children's good understanding of how to keep themselves safe.

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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

 focus more precisely on ways to include parents in extending children's learning at home to help them to make the best possible progress  make better use of opportunities to help children develop a very good understanding of how to keep themselves safe.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's activities indoors and during the lunchtime routine. She talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed adult-led activities and jointly discussed the intentions and learning outcomes of these with the childminder.  The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation, including policies, a self- evaluation form, training certificates and children's learning journals.  The inspector took account of the views of parents, carers and children through discussions on the day and a large selection of written references.  The inspector saw evidence of the suitability of all persons living on the premises and other documentation in relation to the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has successfully addressed both of her previous recommendations. She ensures children's next steps in learning are included within her planned topics each term. In addition, she has worked hard to build effective relationships with the other settings that children attend. This helps children to experience continuity in their learning. The childminder reviews the activity programmes that she provides. She tailors unique experiences for different groups of children and takes into account their preferred style of learning. For example, she recognises that the boys at present need more physical activity to release their energy before she can gain their full attention. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child at risk of harm. She knows the appropriate action to take should she have any concerns for their welfare. The childminder has good systems in place to ensure her

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

knowledge and practice remains up to date.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are stimulated in this bright, inviting and well-resourced environment. They are able to make choices in their play. The childminder recognises children's interests and follows their lead during planned activities to fully engage them at all times. She evaluates these experiences to inform future plans and ensure they are enjoyable for all children. The childminder demonstrates how toys work. Children explore a range of musical instruments and listen carefully to the different sounds that they make. They join in with actions and move around in various ways to a selection of songs. Children enjoy many further activities to build on their broad range of physical skills. They use their fingers to pick up grains of coloured rice. They ably squat with precision and maintain their balance as they play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have developed secure attachments to the childminder. They cuddle in for comfort when they are tired or if they feel unwell. The childminder acts as a good role model. This helps children learn appropriate ways in which to behave. Children know they must use kind hands with others, respect their views and take turns with the toys. Children have a good awareness of the different feelings that they may experience. They eagerly demonstrate facial expressions for sad, happy, surprised and strong. Children look forward to a home-made cake of choice on their birthday. They enjoy sharing this cultural celebration with their friends and being made to feel special. The childminder promotes safe hygiene practice. She washes her hands after carrying out care routines and reminds children to discard their used tissues. Children enjoy a wide range of outdoor learning opportunities. They play in the garden, ride scooters and collect conkers on nearby walks.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting point assessment. The childminder regularly observes and reviews the progress that they make. She swiftly identifies gaps in their learning and effectively works alongside other agencies as needed. Children gain the essential skills that they require to move on to nursery and, where relevant, school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY264802 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 860627 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 July 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Letchworth. She operates all year round from 8am 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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