Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 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 is very caring and nurturing. She talks to the children in a calm and respectful manner. This helps them to understand how to manage their own behaviour and to play cooperatively.  The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how children learn. She uses her expertise to focus on meeting each child's individual needs through child- initiated play and they make good progress from their starting points.  Children are happy and settled in the setting. They have access to a wide range of good quality toys and benefit from outings and experiences beyond the childminder's home.  Feedback from parents is very positive and the childminder builds strong relationships with them. Parents are kept well informed about how well their children are developing and are given ideas on how to support their child's development at home.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to providing a high-quality

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This provision is good

provision. She evaluates her practice and identifies what she is doing well and any areas for development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet given the same consideration to thoughtful planning of the outdoor environment as she does inside. This means that children who prefer to learn outdoors do not always benefit from the same stimulating learning experiences.

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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 planning for activities in the outdoor environment in order to help children who prefer to learn outside have the same level of stimulating experiences as provided indoors.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the house and garden and talked with the childminder.  The inspector and childminder jointly evaluated a teaching activity.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation, evidence of suitability of household members and a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding procedures.  The inspector reviewed the provider's self-evaluation form.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a confident knowledge of safeguarding procedures and refreshes her training to ensure the well-being of children. She regularly keeps up to date with changes in legislation, which helps her to enhance her provision. She knows the steps to take to protect children's well-being and how to report a concern about a child in her care. The childminder has carefully risk assessed her home and the garden, ensuring that any potential hazards are made inaccessible to children. She closely tracks children's progress successfully. This helps her to identify any gaps in their learning so these can be quickly addressed. The childminder shares information with parents so they are kept informed of their child's progress. Parents report that they are very happy with her provision.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children receive good attention, have fun and are making good progress. They enjoy a varied range of activities. Children participate in group times as they sing songs together. They enjoy the childminder joining in with their play and are proud to show her their discoveries, such as using the musical instruments to make different sounds. The childminder successfully involves children when reading stories, encouraging them to turn the pages and lift up flaps. This helps to develop their curiosity. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills. She sensitively models new words for younger children, who copy what she says, extending their vocabulary. Accurate observations show how children are developing consistently in their expected development bands and are acquiring skills for their next steps in learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show a real sense of belonging in this stimulating and nurturing environment. The childminder has a strong understanding of each child's needs. Good arrangements are in place to effectively promote children's care and well-being. Children enjoy healthy snacks and meals which the childminder prepares. They have access to fresh air and exercise on a daily basis. The childminder is a good role model and supports children in their understanding of how to lead healthy lifestyles. Children's independence in self-care is successfully promoted from a young age as they put on their own shoes when going out into the garden. The childminder has a realistic expectation of behaviour and effectively supports children to develop an understanding of right and wrong.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points and are working securely within their age and stage of development. They are becoming more confident and self-assured as they make their own choices during play. Children show increasing attention and recall, for example, as they join in familiar songs. They are developing the key skills that they need for the next stage in their learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481303 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1057337 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Loughton. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, 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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