Childminder in Tower Hamlets

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 September 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 has a secure knowledge of the requirements, which she implements well to uphold and safeguard children's safety and well-being.  The childminder and her assistants regularly update their professional knowledge, such as through further training, which contributes effectively to the health and well-being of the children.  Children benefit immensely from taking part in planned and purposeful activities that appeal to their interest and help them make good progress.  The childminder values children's contributions, and enables children to recognise their own individuality and develop self-confidence. Children are aware of their own achievements and the achievements of others.  The childminder's partnership with parents is good. She ensures the regular sharing of information to ensure continuity of care. The childminder encourages parents to play an active part in their children's learning and values their views about her service.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not have enough opportunities to practise writing for different purposes, to enhance their early literacy skills further.  At times, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to help children learn how to solve problems to help sharpen their learning skills.

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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

 increase the range of opportunities throughout the day for children to enhance their early writing skills  make better use of ways to help children develop the skills they need to solve problems for themselves.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her role and responsibilities at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the childminder's planned activity with the children.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including the children's and assistants' records, relevant policies, training certificates and risk assessment processes.  The inspector took account of parents' views by sampling completed questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues and knows what action to take if she suspected a child being at risk of harm. She is vigilant and uses risk assessments well, such as to identify and reduce potential hazards to children. The childminder implements efficient methods to ensure the welfare of children. For example, she ensures that her assistants undergo suitability checks and benefit from ongoing support to improve their practice. They are aware of the procedures to follow to safeguard children. All relevant records for the safe management of the children and provision are in place, confidential and remain up to date. The childminder evaluates her practice well, which she uses to identify her strengths and sets targets to improve the quality of care for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has good systems in place to obtain an overview of the progress children make in their development and learning. For example, she carries out regular assessments to identify and plan for the next steps in their learning. All children enjoy their time at the childminder's home. They engage in a broad range of interesting activities, which are well tailored to their individual needs. The childminder interacts well with children to extend their communication and language skills. She introduces new words to build on young children's vocabulary, and skilfully questions older children to help them recall past experiences and convey their ideas. Children express themselves creatively. They act out real-life experiences, make models out of dough and develop their painting techniques.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle well. They have close and secure relationships with the childminder. They behave well and learn to play cooperatively with their friends. Children play in a clean environment, where they learn to follow good hygiene practices. The childminder gathers all relevant information regarding children's dietary requirements. Children develop good eating habits, for example, they enjoy nutritious meals and a variety of fresh fruits for snack time. The childminder provides regular opportunities for children to participate in physical activities to support their good health. Children rest and sleep according to their needs. They learn how to stay safe, such as in the event of an emergency, and respond to gentle reminders. For instance, they regularly take part in fire drill practices.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well from their starting points. They develop good independence skills and begin to make decisions about their play and learning. Children gain useful skills in readiness for when they go to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY474997 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 979601 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 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 the Isle of Dogs, in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3. She is registered to work with two assistants. The childminder operates 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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