Yeboah-Hinton, Barbara

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 July 2016 26 November 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 stimulating activities that capture children's interests. Children learn to access resources and make their own decisions and choices, which successfully promotes their independence and confidence.  Since the last inspection, the childminder has made significant improvements to her practice. In particular, she has raised the quality of her service to a good level and effectively uses self-reflection to help focus on improving children's outcomes.  The childminder knows children very well. They have close relationships with her, which helps to support their personal and social development, and emotional well-being.  The childminder uses her assessments well to monitor children's progress. She knows where additional support may be required and caters for children's individual needs. All children make good progress in their learning from their initial starting points.  Children develop good communication and language skills, and they are confident in

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the most of all opportunities to enhance her professional knowledge, to progress her good practice even further.  The childminder misses some opportunities to involve parents further in promoting their children's learning at home and in the setting.

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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

 continue to sharply focus professional development opportunities on raising the overall quality of teaching to an even higher level  strengthen ways of enhancing partnerships with parents, particularly in promoting children's learning at home and increasing their involvement in the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector observed an activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of responses from parents in written documentation.  The inspector looked at all relevant documentation, such as children's records, the childminder's policies and procedures, and evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is secure in her knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures and in her safeguarding responsibilities, including how to identify and report any concerns. She completes regular risk assessments in her home and on outings, to identify any hazards and to provide a safe learning environment for all children. Overall, the childminder evaluates the quality of her provision well. She takes into account the views of parents and children in identifying and addressing any areas for development, to improve children's outcomes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of how young children develop and what they need to learn next. She carefully observes and plans enjoyable activities to support their individual interest and needs. Any gaps in their learning are identified quickly and interventions are put in place swiftly. The childminder provides good support to promote children's speech and communication skills. For example, she models words, such as 'nose' and 'ball', and encourages children to repeat them, to extend their vocabulary. Children engage well in the range of activities on offer. For example, they enjoy playing in the large ball pit, while counting out and sorting the colours, to develop their mathematical skills. Children have good opportunities for imaginative play. For example, they make pictures in the shaving foam and play with dough, while adding materials, such as gravy granules, dry lentils and pasta, to enhance their sensory experience.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care and enjoy playing alongside her. Children are motivated to learn and show good concentration skills. For example, when playing in the water, children are excited to fill and empty various containers and they thoroughly enjoy splashing with their feet in the water. Children enjoy exploring the childminder's garden and taking part in a range of interesting outdoor experiences. Children learn about a healthy diet; for example, they benefit from eating nutritious meals and fresh fruit, which the childminder makes readily available. Children behave well and show consideration towards others. The childminder acknowledges children's efforts as well as their achievements, which helps them to feel good about themselves.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of learning. They develop good levels of self- esteem and learn to socialise with other children and adults. They are keen to learn, while showing curiosity and enthusiasm to explore their surroundings. Their independence skills are developing well. Children develop the key skills and attitudes they need and are well equipped for their next stage of learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY417734 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 1049388 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Mill Hill. The childminder operates her service from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She provides care during term time.

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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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