Childminder 119635

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 February 2016 18 November 2011

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Not applicable

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder has not informed Ofsted of changes to new household members living at the premises. This comprises children's safety is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder's self-evaluation process does not focus sharply on all aspects for improvement, to help her identify and address all weaknesses to meet the statutory requirements.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder suitably works in partnerships with parents and other providers involved in children's learning and development, frequently sharing information.  The childminder skilfully interacts with the children. She provides stimulating activities for them to enjoy after school, to promote their next stage of learning.  The childminder extends children's thinking skills well. Children speak with clarity, confidence and have a good understanding of following instructions.  Children show respectful behaviour. The childminder is a good role model; she has a calm and caring approach towards the children.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 ensure Ofsted are kept informed of required changes relating to individuals living at the premises, to ensure children's safety. 08/03/2016

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 make effective use of self-evaluation to improve knowledge of the requirements and to target actions effectively, to improve outcomes for children.

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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, disclosure and barring service records and safeguarding policy.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her daily teaching and care practices.  The inspector spoke to the children during the inspection.  The inspector observed the quality of care, teaching and children's learning.  The inspector looked at the areas used for childminding purposes.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder has not kept Ofsted up to date regarding all individuals living at the premises, in order to allow the full completion of required suitability checks. However, she does not leave the children alone and closely supervises them at all times. This minimises the impact on children's safety. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder attends safeguarding training and she maintains her first-aid certificate to treat minor accidents. She has suitable knowledge of child protection and knows how to report any concerns about a child's welfare. Although the childminder evaluates some aspects of her teaching practice and seeks ways to update her professional knowledge, she does not use this process well to identify and address weaknesses in her practice to meet all the requirements. The childminder knows how to monitor children's learning and development. She maintains suitable partnerships with other providers the children attend

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

to promote continuity of learning and care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a range of learning opportunities to engage children and to extend their development. Children are motivated to learn and show excitement during their play. Children focus and concentrate well on activities for long periods, for example, when using playdough to create different shapes and patterns. The childminder supports them well to learn new skills. For example, she knows when to join in and when to give children time to practise on their own. The childminder knows how to promote children's communication and language skills effectively. For example, she extends children's interest in books and skilfully asks questions to strengthen their language development, including vocabulary. The childminder encourages children to learn about the similarities and differences of the families. For example, children explore with resources that represent different people within the wider community.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder does not understand her role of sharing required information with Ofsted to promote children's welfare and safety fully. Despite this, children form close relationships with the childminder, which develops their confidence and self-esteem. They learn to be manage small tasks independently, such as taking off and hanging up their own jackets and bags. Children freely explore their surroundings and choose their desired activities. Children display positive behaviour. They value and respect others' opinions and show kindness, sharing resources and taking turns. The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle. For example, children become aware of healthy food options, exercise regularly and learn about personal safety, for example, as they walk from school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 119635 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 840270 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 18 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Bethnal Green, in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The childminder operates her service on weekdays after school, during term time only. She currently provides exclusive care for school-aged children.

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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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