Childminder EY478664

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 July 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 encourages children's positive behaviour. For example, she encourages them to take turns and share, and reminds them to use good manners. Children behave well.  The childminder reviews the quality of her provision and her practice well to identify future improvements.  The childminder forms positive attachments with children, who show affection towards her. Children feel safe and secure and at ease.  The childminder supports children's communication and language development well. For example, she encourages conversation during play, repeats words and talks to children about what they are doing.  Children are well prepared for their future learning, including starting school. They make good progress in their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always offer enough opportunities for parents to contribute to their children's learning and development, to further improve outcomes for children.  The childminder has not fully considered ways to make links with other early years settings children also attend, to encourage further consistency in their learning.

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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

 build on the partnerships with parents to encourage further sharing of information about children's learning and progress, to extend outcomes for children  develop ways to form partnerships with other settings children attend to help provide a consistent approach to their care and learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the premises that children use.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her knowledge of the early years foundation stage requirements.  The inspector sampled relevant documents.  The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children and invited her to evaluate an activity.  The inspector read comments from parents to gain their views about the childminder's provision.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder understands how to recognise and report concerns to protect children's welfare. The childminder has a clear focus on safety and supports children's developing understanding of how to keep themselves safe around the house. For example, she talks to them about being safe when using the stairs. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder improves her skills and knowledge. For example, she completes training and takes advice from other professionals to improve children's learning experiences.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She provides a broad range of activities and resources, and plans well-thought-out learning experiences. The childminder monitors children's learning and development appropriately using her observations and assessments. She provides some suitable information to parents about children's achievements, such as using a daily diary to record activities children have taken part in. The childminder builds children's confidence and encourages them to explore and discover new interests. For example, she enthusiastically supports children's skills when they attempt to create a building with blocks. Children practise and develop their large physical skills. For example, they regularly visit the parks and develop their coordination, such as when riding bikes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's well-being effectively. For example, she acknowledges their achievements with praise, and they respond positively to her attention. The childminder responds sensitively to children's needs. For example, she takes time to make sure children are settled when new people visit the setting. Children are encouraged to be independent. For example, when they ask for help, the childminder encourages them to try for themselves first. Children learn to take care of their own personal needs, such as visiting the toilet by themselves and washing their hands. The childminder supports children to develop their imagination and explore their abilities. For example, children easily access resources and make choices about their own play and learning. They learn to work cooperatively with each other and the childminder.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and gain useful skills to support their development. They are motivated to learn and engage in play and activities well. Children remain focused during their play and learning. They enjoy varied social experiences in their local community. This helps to develop their understanding of the world and develops their social skills and confidence in mixing with a range of people.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478664 Local authority Kent Inspection number 979909 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Gravesend, Kent. She offers her service Monday to Friday, from 7am to 7pm, all year round.

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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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