Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 August 2016 15 March 2013

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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 has made significant improvements since her last inspection. She has developed the assessments of children's learning and uses this information to plan challenging next steps to support their continued progress. The childminder has implemented an effective system to protect children in the event of an emergency.  The childminder regularly evaluates her practice. She seeks the views of parents and children and implements their ideas into targets for improvement. The childminder is regularly looking for ways to improve and develop her practice. She meets with other childminders to share good practice and ideas.  Children are very happy and settled in the childminder's care. They form close attachments and the childminder ensures all their needs are met. Children quickly become confident and feel safe in her care.  Children's mathematical development is supported through the range of activities

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This provision is good

provided. For example, they count the number of cereal rings as they thread them onto string to make food for the birds. The childminder talks to children about the range of colours and shapes they use, while pretending to make biscuits from play dough.  The childminder promotes children's early writing skills. She provides many opportunities for them to practise making marks. For example, they learn how to write the letters of their name and receive praise and encouragement for their efforts.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently give parents information about how they can effectively extend children's learning and development.

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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

 strengthen the ways in which parents can actively contribute to extending their children's learning and development at home.

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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 and discussed a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the children's learning records and a sample of her policies.  The inspector viewed written feedback from parents. The inspector talked to children during the inspection, and took account of their views and responses.  The inspector reviewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all adults living at the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that may raise a concern about children's safety and welfare. She knows who to contact in her local authority and the procedures to follow to report any child protection concerns. The childminder accesses opportunities for professional development to extend her understanding and learn new skills. She works closely with other settings that children attend and move on to. The childminder shares assessments of children's learning to provide the best support for their continuity of care. She regularly monitors children's progress through frequent observations. The childminder uses this information to identify any gaps in learning and provide targeted support to ensure their ongoing attainment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding about how children learn and develop. She supports children's language development effectively. For example, she talks to them about what they are doing and introduces new vocabulary into their play. The childminder introduces opportunities for children to learn about the life cycle of butterflies. For example, children enjoy learning about a chrysalis which grows into butterfly. The childminder encourages children to join in with singing and repeats words back to them to strengthen their pronunciation of words. Children are given time and opportunities to explore. They have fun creating and talking about the colourful, shiny pictures they make. During children's initial settling-in sessions, the childminder gathers information about their starting points from parents. She uses this to plan accurate next steps in children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave kindly to one another. They happily take turns and share toys and equipment. Children learn to be independent as they wash their own hands, help prepare their own meals and clear toys away when they have finished playing. Children learn about the wider community. For example, they read books, listen to stories and take part in creative activities that demonstrate a range of different festivals. The childminder explains to the children about the importance of healthy lifestyles, such as washing hands before eating and after outdoor play. She provides opportunities for children to develop a good awareness about healthy eating. The children look at different books and discuss with the childminder about food that is good for them.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children progress well from their starting points. They are interested in learning and eager to take part in all the activities the childminder offers. Children have fun exploring nature and wildlife as they search for bugs and insects. They confidently identify the name and picture of each creature they find. Children thoroughly enjoy physical activities as they explore the local park and forest. They have fun with parachute games and obstacle courses in the garden. They learn the necessary skills ready for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452980 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1042913 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Essex. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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