Childminder EY346338

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 October 2016 21 October 2014

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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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has made effective improvements and implemented changes to her practice. These changes have improved safeguarding arrangements and the quality of teaching, resulting in good outcomes for children.  Children are settled, confident and happy in the childminder's setting. They have positive relationships with the childminder and she is highly attentive to their individual needs.  The childminder provides children with a range of exciting and challenging activities which means they develop into enthusiastic and motivated learners. Children develop a good range of skills and attitudes that prepares them well for future learning and, eventually, school.  The areas used for childminding are safe, inviting and welcoming. There is a wide selection of interesting toys and play materials. They are accessible to enable children to select resources and make independent choices.

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This provision is good

 The childminder is a good role model. She has high expectations of children's behaviour which are clearly and consistently communicated to them. Children are confident and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although, the childminder requests information from parents when their child first attends, this focuses more on the care needs and not their learning to date. Initial planning is not as sharply focused as possible to reflect each child's starting points and capabilities from the beginning of placement.  There are few opportunities for the most able children to link sounds to letters and build on their good literacy 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

 seek more detailed information from parents, focusing on what their child knows and can do, in order to inform early planning more swiftly  extend opportunities for the most able children to learn to link sounds and letters that further enhance their good literacy skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation, evidence of the suitability of other members of the household and children's learning and development records.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder completes daily safety checks and supervises children appropriately. She has a good understanding of child protection issues and keeps informed of changes to legislation and guidance. She knows how to act appropriately should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder is motivated to provide the best for children. She welcomes the views of parents and children to support her accurate self-evaluation. The childminder sets a good example and has high expectations of children in her care. This contributes to the culture of mutual respect that the childminder promotes in her setting. The childminder effectively monitors the progress of individual children. She knows what to do if she identifies gaps in learning which includes involving parents and other settings that children attend.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is knowledgeable about how young children learn. Children's progress is subject to continual monitoring. The childminder routinely identifies what children need to learn next which is the basis for her planning. She provides many experiences that engage children, supporting them in making good progress across all areas of their development. Children's individual learning preferences are also considered when planning activities. As children are interested and challenged in their play. They stay focused and show good concentration. For example, a craft activity is linked to a nature walk which the children have recently taken part in. This captures their attention and they practise using scissors and glue the collected items as they create an autumn collage.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder builds good relationships with children. She carefully meets their needs and interests and praises them for their achievements. This has a positive impact on children's emotional well-being and prepares them well for their eventual move to school. Children show good levels of self-control, cooperation and respect for others. There are many opportunities provided for children to be in the fresh air and engage in physical play. They spend a good amount of time in the childminder's garden and visit local parks. Children manage their self-care confidently. The childminder provides them with opportunities to learn about healthy foods and why they wash their hands before eating. This helps them to develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good rates of progress and are working comfortably within the expected levels for their age. They are confident and enthusiastic learners. Children develop good listening, understanding and speaking skills, such as asking questions and initiating conversations. Children count confidently in their play and are beginning to recognise different mathematical concepts, such as size and shape. They learn how to cooperate with others and develop skills and attitudes they need for the next stages in their learning, including starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY346338 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1044452 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Witham, Essex. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a level 2 qualification in childcare.

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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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