Childminder in Enfield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 March 2016 16 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 and her assistant form a strong team, they have a good knowledge of how children learn and develop and meet children's needs successfully.  The childminder offers a well-organised, homely setting. Children feel safe and enjoy learning new skills to prepare them for their future learning. All children make good progress.  Children have lots of fun in a child-centred environment where they learn through play. Children from a wide age range behave well, play and support each other.  The childminder values the diversity of individuals in the setting; she provides a range of opportunities for children to learn about different cultures and communities.  The childminder has effective methods of evaluation to monitor the quality of her provision, reflect on her practice and target areas for improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not explore ways to seek more detailed information from parents to target support for children when they first start.  On occasions, the childminder and her assistant miss opportunities to develop children's awareness of healthy practices, for example by consistently reminding children to wash their hands before eating a snack.

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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

 gather more detailed information from parents when children first start, in order to identify children's starting points and plan for their individual needs  further develop children's understanding of good health, particularly in regards to washing their hands before eating a snack.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home that are used for the care of children.  The inspector observed teaching practice and conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder, her assistant and the children during the inspection.  The inspector sampled children's observations, assessments and planning for individual needs.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including the childminder's self- evaluation, policies and procedures, and suitability checks.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant have a thorough understanding of their responsibility to keep children safe. Safe practice is firmly established. For example, regular risk assessments are carried out to support children to explore their environment safely. The childminder and her assistant evaluate their practice together and have measures in place to identify areas to improve outcomes for children. The childminder and her assistant work well together to monitor and review the progress of children. The childminder oversees planning as she and her assistant use observations and assessments to monitor children's learning and flexibly plan for children's next steps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wide range of stimulating resources and experiences. The childminder effectively promotes mathematical development during activities. For example, children have fun during creative play. They create imaginary faces using shapes and colours, as they count how many eyes they have. Younger children solve problems discovering a range of push-button resources and exploring the environment. Children develop good communication skills. For example, they share their ideas and enjoy discussions during their play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant are warm and welcoming. Children form close bonds and make friendships, as they learn to share and show respect for others. The childminder knows the children well and responds appropriately to their needs. For example, children approach the childminder for comfort and she is ready to offer cuddles and security. Children enjoy a varied range of nutritious foods, which take into account children's dietary needs. They learn about healthy lifestyles and keeping themselves safe.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children feel safe and show they are emotionally secure. For example, they confidently move around the environment and make independent choices in their play. They are active learners and all children progress well in their learning and development. Children respond well to praise from the childminder and her assistant, which helps build their self- esteem successfully. For example, children confidently share their achievements and take pride in their work. Children enjoy outings and visits to the local community, where they socialise and learn about the world around them. Children develop the skills for their next steps in learning and for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 135860 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 846445 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996. She lives in Palmers Green in the London Borough of Enfield and works from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, throughout the year. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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