Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 June 2016 8 January 2013

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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 well-qualified childminder has made significant progress in the provision she offers since the previous inspection. She has successfully addressed the action and recommendations raised. For example, the childminder's precise observations of children's achievements accurately inform her planning to securely meet their individual needs.  The childminder takes children to a wide range of organised groups and outings in the community, such as visits to local farms and walks in the countryside. Children have wonderful experiences learning how to carefully handle animals, such as snakes and rabbits. They observe changes in the seasons and meet and play with other children.  Children are very happy and settled with the friendly childminder. She offers a caring and nurturing environment for them. Younger children express their affection for her as they snuggle up to her when they become tired. Older children present her with a

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This provision is good

daisy, which they pick especially for her when visiting the park.  The childminder places a high priority to promoting children's communication and language development. She speaks clearly and adjusts her speech in relation to children's level of understanding. The childminder models effective listening skills and expands children's vocabulary by introducing and supporting their pronunciation of words.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not challenge children to do as much as possible for themselves, in order to secure their rapid progress in being highly independent.  The views of parents are not frequently sought to effectively contribute to the childminder's evaluation of the provision she offers.

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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

 offer children more opportunities that challenge them to do as much as possible for themselves and help them to be highly independent  promote further opportunities for parents to regularly express their views to continue to drive improvement of the provision.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during indoor and outdoor activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times and accompanied the childminder and children on a visit to the local park.  The inspector observed a planned activity and jointly discussed this with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, a selection of policies, safety procedures and required documentation.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults who live at the premises over 16 years of age.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents and those sought via telephone conversations.  The inspector reviewed how the provider evaluates her setting to continually improve outcomes for children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder conducts thorough daily risk assessments and consistently reviews these during construction work to her home. She demonstrates a strong commitment to continue to develop her knowledge to improve outcomes for children. The childminder works in partnership with the local children's centre to help organise regular training opportunities for herself and other childminders. Her attendance helps to continuously update her knowledge and skills. Children positively benefit from the specific methods she has learnt to promote their communication and language. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice to improve the service she provides even further. The childminder carefully reviews the learning programmes. She shares information with parents about their children's ongoing progress. The childminder has a secure understanding of developing fully effective partnerships with other settings

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder's genuine interest in children's play and her consistent praise motivates them to complete challenging activities. Younger children use mirrors to identify differences between themselves and others. They develop a love of books and explore various textures on the pages with their hands. The childminder encourages older children to solve complex mathematical ideas in a fun and engaging way. They persevere at joining different shaped toy bricks together to create interesting structures. Children use mathematical language, such as, big, small and tall. They explore how sounds can be changed when banging and scraping different bricks together. Younger children thoroughly enjoy filling and emptying boxes. This helps to develop their control and coordination.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a very good role model. She calmly and consistently reinforces good manners and supports children to take turns with activities. Children welcome other minded children as they arrive with a cuddle and invite them to join in their play. They delight in, and benefit from being outdoors in the fresh air. Younger children confidently climb the steps of a large slide and squeal with delight at their achievement. This helps to develop their physical skills. Close supervision from the childminder helps children learn how to assess their own risks during daily visits to the park. The childminder places a strong emphasis on preparing children for changes in their lives.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in their learning given their starting points. They demonstrate curiosity and a positive attitude towards learning. This helps them to acquire the key skills they need for future learning and they are appropriately prepared for school. Children attend regular church services throughout the year in partnership with the local school. This also helps to prepare them for school as they become familiar with the school community.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 404256 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1042591 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1998 and lives in Ware. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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