Childminder in Hounslow

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 August 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

 Children form secure relationships with the childminder. She is a good role model and manages children's behaviour very positively. Children learn to be kind and considerate, and they have good manners.  The childminder forms strong partnerships with parents. She shares information with them every day and keeps them well informed about their children's progress.  Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder provides a comfortable and caring environment. Children access a wide range of toys independently that challenges and motivates them to learn.  The childminder has formed successful partnerships with other childminders. She meets with them regularly to share good practice and keep her knowledge up to date.  Children learn important skills they need to be ready for school. For example, they learn to dress themselves and become independent. The childminder places a strong focus

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This provision is good

on early literacy and mathematics skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not benefit from a wide range of opportunities to find out about individual similarities and differences in the wider world.  The childminder does not routinely take into account the views of parents, to help her decide how to develop her service further.

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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

 find more ways to develop children's understanding of the similarities and differences between themselves and others, to develop further their understanding of the world  enhance the system for self-evaluation, to identify all strengths and areas for improvement, and seek the views of parents, to improve outcomes for children further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector engaged with the children during the inspection.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed the children during their indoor play activities, as well as their snack routine.  The inspector sampled various documents, including children's learning records, the childminder's self-evaluation form, risk assessments and a selection of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the requirements. She uses effective ways to monitor children's progress. She is confident to discuss any concerns about children with their parents and other professionals, to provide additional support for children quickly. The childminder reflects on her practice regularly and attends a range of training, for example, that develops her skills to work with children. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe and knows what to do should she have any concerns about their welfare. The childminder has established strong relationships with the local school and other settings children attend, providing a continuous approach to children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn. She gets to know the children well through regular observations and assessments of what they can do. The childminder gets involved in children's play and adapts her language based on the child's age and stage of learning. For example, to support younger children, she talks about what they are doing, uses simple signs and models communication skills well. Children enjoy creative activities and are keen to explore and experiment with a range of resources. For example, they mixed colours and used a variety of tools to create a large-scale painting. The childminder supports children's interests in books well. For instance, as she read a story about animals she introduced props to consolidate children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are very happy with the childminder who is kind, sensitive and treats them with respect. The childminder takes time to get to know the children and their families well. For example, parents share detailed information about children's care needs and interests when they first start at the setting. The childminder praises children consistently and encourages them to achieve, building their self-esteem. Children benefit from daily outdoor activities, such as play in the garden and walks in the local area. For example, the childminder takes them regularly on visits to local playgroups where they mix with others and develop their social skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They demonstrate good levels of confidence, concentration and independence as they explore resources. For example, children enjoyed investigating toys in the 'discovery box', which challenged and motivated them to solve problems and find out how things work. They looked through binoculars and used microphones, developing their technological awareness. Children successfully gain the skills they need for their next stage of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY472890 Local authority Hounslow Inspection number 953624 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 6

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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. She lives in Isleworth in London Borough of Hounslow. The childminder offers care on Monday to Friday from 7.45am to 5pm, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. She is eligible to receive funding for the provision of free early education for children aged three and four years.

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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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