Childminder in Newham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 July 2016 18 February 2015

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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

 Children are cared for in a welcoming environment where they learn through play. They use a good range of toys and resources, which support their individual development.  The childminder uses information from her observations and assessments to identify and plan for children's future learning needs. Children are eager and motivated to learn. They make good progress in preparation for their move on to school.  The childminder builds on her existing knowledge about childcare issues in a variety of ways, such as through seeking relevant training. She uses her professional knowledge well to improve the quality of her teaching practice, for example, she has implemented systems to assess children's development.  The childminder engages well with parents to include their input. This helps her to meet children's individual care and learning needs well.  Children form positive relationships with one another and the childminder. Children

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This provision is good

learn about personal safety, expected behaviour, and to respect differences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always extend partnerships with all early years settings that children attend, to support further children's individual learning and care needs.  The childminder does not always use opportunities to enhance children's interest in early writing.

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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 current methods of communicating with other settings that children attend, and use this information to support further continuity in children's learning, development and care  extend further opportunities for children to be supported in developing early writing skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder when appropriate, undertook shared observations, and talked to children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of children's required records, children's assessment records, and the childminder's self-evaluation systems.  The inspector observed the childminder as she engaged in the care and learning needs of the children.  The inspector looked at the written feedback provided by parents for inspection purposes, and spoke to parents.  The inspector observed the areas of the home used for childminding purposes, including resources for children's use, and reviewed the childminder's policies and procedures that she shares with parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities and the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care. She uses her knowledge of child development well to deliver quality teaching to help children make good progress. The childminder has begun to implement systems to monitor children's learning effectively, allowing her to address any gaps in their development, such as through focused activities. The childminder has addressed all weaknesses identified at the previous inspection in relation to safety, children's well-being, and building partnerships with parents. Parents express positive feedback about the childminder, which includes the high levels of learning opportunities and care their children receive, and strong communication with the childminder.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder evaluates children's needs well from when they first start and undertakes required assessments. She observes children well while they engage in activities and supports them with challenges in their learning. There is a stimulating and interesting range of activities on offer and children receive effective support to make the best use of their developing skills. The childminder carefully provides a range of resources and learning experiences to reflect children's specific interests and their next steps in learning. Throughout play and routine tasks, there are opportunities for children to develop their language and communication skills. For example, children respond confidently to the childminder's skilful questioning, which helps them to think, develop their vocabulary, and engage in meaningful conversations.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have close and trusting relationships with the childminder. She knows children very well, such as through her close observations and regular exchange of information with parents. Children show high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They behave well and there is constant harmony while children play together. The childminder uses positive strategies to help children understand behaviour expectations. They benefit from daily physical play opportunities, such as in the garden or in the community venues which they visit throughout the week. Children benefit from a nutritional diet. For example, they learn to make healthy choices for breakfast and snacks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children concentrate well on their chosen activities. They are eager to play and learn, such as problem solving, riding bikes, and they develop an interest in early reading. All children make good progress from their starting points.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 959009 Local authority Newham Inspection number 1054614 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 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in Stratford, in the London Borough of Newham. The childminder is available to care for children from Monday to Friday and operates throughout most of the year.

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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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