Childminder EY467292

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 June 2016 23 April 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 provides a warm and welcoming environment where children can relax and wind down after their school day. They can choose from a good range of activities indoors and outdoors.  The childminder establishes very positive relationships with children and their families. She communicates well with parents and teachers to provide children with continuity. She supports children with their learning at school. For instance, she helps them with their homework.  The childminder gets to know children very well. She is aware of their needs and preferences. Children show that they are relaxed and secure when they arrive. They say that they enjoy discussing their day on the way home.  Children behave exceptionally well. They learn tolerance by sharing and taking turns. The childminder teaches them to be respectful of individual differences.  The childminder evaluates her provision regularly. She seeks the views of children and

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This provision is good

their parents to help her to decide on changes. For example, she is currently developing the outdoor area.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always enable children take responsibility by encouraging them to help during daily routines.  Children do not have regular opportunities to develop their creative skills.

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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

 provide further opportunities for children to be involved with everyday routines and to take on manageable responsibilities  increase opportunities for children to develop their creative skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children participating in various activities.  The inspector spoke to the childminder, children and parents in order to ascertain their views.  The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children.  The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documentation and spoke to her about her procedures.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process and her plans for the future.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to recognise if a child may be at risk of harm and is aware of the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns. The childminder keeps her home safe. She carries out daily safety checks and regular risk assessments. Children are aware of the evacuation procedures in case of fire and the childminder keeps records of any minor accidents that may occur. The childminder is committed to improving her service. For example, since the last inspection she has increase the range of resources. She updates her training and she seeks professional advice as necessary in order to develop her skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of children's individual needs and interests. She provides children with good opportunities to explore the natural world, learn about their community and the wider world. When she collects children from school, the childminder speaks to their teachers to help her complement their learning at home. She helps children with their homework, such as helping them with their projects or their spelling. The childminder discusses the children's activities and welfare with parents after each session so they are aware of what their children have enjoyed each day. Parents say that their children benefit from their time with the childminder. They report that when they go home children are relaxed and prepared for the family evening routine.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show that they are secure when they are with the childminder. They express their views and concerns as they chat about their day. They enjoy a nurturing, relaxing environment where they can socialise with their friends. The childminder is kind and caring. She teaches children how to assess risk and helps them to learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder provides healthy, nutritious meals and snacks and offers children some choice within her menus. She is aware of any allergies and provides food accordingly. The childminder prompts children to wash their hands regularly and encourages their good hygiene. Children enjoy regular opportunities to exercise in the fresh air, and to adopt a healthy lifestyle. For example, when dressed appropriately, some children choose to play outside in the rain. The childminder helps children to develop self- confidence. She values the children and actively promotes their self-esteem.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467292 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1049833 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 April 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Westerham, Kent. She currently offers care to school-aged children after school and during term time only.

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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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