Miss Jacqueline Denise Mead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 April 2016 9 May 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 is motivated to continually learn and improve her service for children and their families. She is committed to introducing new practices and changes in regulation to promote better outcomes for children.  The childminder promotes a very personal service for parents. She is very sensitive towards meeting parents' wishes when relaying information to them about particular milestones. She focuses strongly on the importance of a consistent and continuous approach to children's care and daily routines.  Children are independent and confident learners. They receive reassurance and encouragement from the childminder to experience new situations. Therefore, their emotional well-being is promoted effectively.  The childminder uses her observations and information gained from parents well. She knows how individual children learn best. She provides appropriate challenges and experiences to develop and move children on to their next stage in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Younger children's experiences of malleable and tactile play are not always promoted as strongly as other areas of development.  Although partnerships with parents are good, the childminder does not always fully engage with parents and other carers to provide a consistent approach to helping children at a lower starting point catch up with their peers.

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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

 extend the existing opportunities for younger children to use their senses and explore tactile experiences  explore further ways to engage parents and other carers when supporting the progress of children who have lower starting points.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and discussed how learning is promoted outdoors. She assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of members of the household.  The inspector took into consideration information gained from parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a very clear understanding of how to protect children from harm. She knows the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care. She has attended recent safeguarding training. The childminder recognises the strengths within her service and identifies areas to make improvements. She sources information from organisations and other childminders to make sure that she is aware of current skills and practices. The childminder gains information from parents and children to evaluate her service and make changes according to their views and opinions. She treats every child as an individual. She positively reflects and values their family backgrounds and has an individual approach to children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is very aware of how children prefer to learn. She makes good use of this information to provide stimulating and interesting activities according to children's interests. For example, children who are intrigued by technology are provided with further experiences to introduce light and sound. The childminder provides a good balance of child-initiated and adult-led play. This helps children to be motivated to learn and show a deep curiosity to want to know more. Children's physical development is progressing particularly well. The childminder uses local outdoor facilities to help children explore their natural environment. She also uses the indoor space effectively to encourage further movement. For example, children learn to use the settee, table and resources for support as they make tentative, independent steps.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's physical well-being is promoted well. They learn about hygiene procedures through the clear and effective explanations given by the childminder. She talks through handwashing and nappy changing with even the very youngest of children to support their early understanding. Children have access to fresh air every day. Parents receive relevant information about healthy eating. They are encouraged to send healthy foods and drinks with their children each day. Children learn to share, take turns and care for each other. This is due to the childminder's sensitive approach to praise and encouragement for all ages. The childminder takes an individual approach to help children settle. She effectively uses information about each child to establish a close bond. Children learn to keep themselves safe. The childminder supports this well through explanations and demonstrations, and by providing a safe and secure environment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning. They show great enthusiasm in all play experiences. The childminder uses every opportunity to expand children's knowledge and to encourage their curiosity to learn. Children play with a wealth of accessible resources and toys. This encourages children's confidence to explore, experiment and gain the skills they need for the future.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 118832 Local authority Havering Inspection number 1024470 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Rainham, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family 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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