Childminder EY457248

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 May 2016 Not applicable

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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 has a thorough knowledge of how children of all ages and stages of development learn. She demonstrates good and, sometimes, outstanding teaching. This ensures that every child makes at least good progress in all areas of their learning, relative to their abilities and starting points.  Children's personal, social and emotional development are central to everything the childminder does. They all form secure attachments with her and each other. The childminder helps children to name and manage their feelings. This contributes exceptionally well to their self-confidence and self-esteem.  Overall, parents are actively involved in most aspects of their child's learning. Information about children's learning and development is shared on a regular basis. Parents have a clear and accurate understanding of their child's stage of development. The childminder encourages parents to support their children's learning at home.

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This provision is good

 The childminder is well organised, monitors her provision effectively and reflects on her practice. She seeks the opinions of parents and children to help her outline ways in which to improve her provision. She identifies priorities for improvement that benefit children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although, some of the teaching is, on occasions, outstanding, the childminder's professional development is not targeted astutely enough on strengthening her practice, in order to secure rapid progress in all aspects of children's learning.  Although, the childminder gathers information from parents about children's needs when they first start, she does not involve parents in assessing the starting points for children's learning. She does not talk to them enough about what children already know and can do.

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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

 make the most of professional development opportunities to further enhance practice, in order to support children to make rapid progress in all aspects of their learning  involve parents fully in assessing the starting points for children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the home used by the children.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and members of her household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents expressed in written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder shows a thorough understanding of how to protect children from harm. The childminder has a good range of policies and procedures. This is implemented effectively to promote children's health and safety. The childminder monitors the progress children make. This allows her to see how children develop over time and to identify and address any gaps in learning and development. Parents are exceptionally complimentary about the care and learning opportunities provided by the childminder.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder places a very strong emphasis on teaching children about the world. She makes extremely good use of the local area to provide exciting learning experiences. Children enjoy regular outings to parks. The childminder makes good use of these activities. For example, she encourages children to collect natural items to make a 'bug hotel'. The childminder suggests ways for children to develop their curiosity. She shows the children how to sieve their grass and water mixture through a colander. Children consolidate this learning by practising the skill on their own. The childminder recognises opportunities to add resources to extend young children's exploration further. For example, she adds shells to their play with water and grass.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder ensures children feel happy, settled and relaxed in her home by using a gradual settling-in process. The childminder is an excellent role model, who is kind and patient with the children. They respond positively to her constant guidance. They behave exceptionally well and play harmoniously together. The childminder helps children to develop an awareness of what constitutes a nutritious diet. She provides children with a large fruit platter at snack time and talks to them about why some foods are better for them. Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and physical activities. The childminder plans daily, purposeful walks in the local environment. She regularly takes children to visit local groups. She uses these outings to help children learn about people, families and communities beyond their own immediate experience.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate an enjoyment of books. They snuggle on a beanbag together, carefully turning the pages and pushing buttons on the book to create music and words. Young children show their early independence skills. They get out the changing mat when asked and try to put on their own shoes. Children develop their creativity as they use clay and a variety of craft items to create an insect. Children are enthused and motivated to learn. They engage in activities for significant periods of time, considering their age. Children develop the skills they need for the next stage in their learning, including their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY457248 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 1040110 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Hanwell, in the London borough of Ealing. She operates her provision all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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