Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 March 2016 27 October 2015

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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

 Parents are positive about the service the childminder provides. She has made significant improvements since the last inspection. For example, she has completed relevant training and has put procedures in place to ensure children are kept safe.  Children have a wealth of interesting activities and resources to choose from. They are challenged, motivated to learn and make good progress in their development.  The childminder skilfully supports young children's early speaking skills. She listens to them, valuing what they have to say, and enthusiastically talks to children as they play.  Children are happy and form strong attachments with the childminder. They show high levels of belonging and self-esteem.  The childminder is confident in her evaluation of her practice. She keeps herself up to date with new legislation and effectively identifies areas for improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have opportunities to find out about the similarities and differences between themselves and others, to fully extend their understanding of the world.  Most of the day is well planned, however, at some mealtimes, children do not fully understand what is expected of them and it sometimes becomes disorganised.

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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

 strengthen children's understanding of the similarities and differences between themselves and others, to further develop their understanding of the world  review the daily routines to help children consistently understand what is expected of them.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector engaged with the children during the inspection.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed the children during their indoor play activities, as well as their snack routine.  The inspector sampled various documents, including children's learning records, the childminder's self-evaluation form, risk assessments and a selection of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe and the procedure to follow should she have any concerns about a child's well-being. The childminder has very strong relationships with parents and shares information with them regularly. She keeps them involved and up to date with their children's learning and development. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice, taking into account the views of parents, through feedback and questionnaires, and the needs and interests of the children. For example, when children told her they like being princesses, she added dresses, shoes and tiaras to her resources. The childminder effectively monitors children's progress to identify what they need to do next and highlight any areas where they might need extra support.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The environment is warm, welcoming and stimulating. Children actively explore and independently engage in a range of activities. The childminder understands how children learn. She provides a range of interesting experiences that help children to progress. The childminder adapts these for children's age and stage of learning. For example, older children are challenged to make a book about their favourite things. They write the words themselves and sound out the letters as part of their early literacy skills. The quality of teaching is strong. The childminder makes accurate assessments through good-quality observations. Parents are actively involved in the process and are encouraged to share information from home. This provides continuity in children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children play and explore happily and with confidence. They have secure relationships with the childminder and are pleased to arrive at the setting. The childminder acts as a positive role model and manages children's behaviour effectively. She gives lots of praise and encouragement through activities and helps children to develop their self-esteem and confidence. Children learn to share and take turns, and the childminder models good manners. The childminder provides children with nutritious meals. She encourages them to learn about food and have a balanced diet. For example, children take part in weekly cooking activities to raise their awareness of different food. Children regularly spend time outdoors engaging in physical play. For example they visit local parks and playgroups.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They are happy and confident during play. For example, they play with a variety of soft balls, throwing them between each other, laughing and giggling. Children gain the skills needed for the next steps in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY388644 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 1031673 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 October 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Twickenham, in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. She provides flexible childcare, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.

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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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