Childminder in Brent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 October 2016 23 March 2016

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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 her last inspection, the childminder has made significant improvements to support children's welfare and education. She ensures that her knowledge of first aid is maintained through regular training. She has embedded assessment and planning systems, and regularly evaluates the quality of care and education she provides.  The childminder provides a wide range of interesting and varied activities for children. Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder builds on children's learning effectively. She makes regular observations of their play and uses this information to measure their progress accurately.  Children are happy and settled in the welcoming environment. Their individual needs are met and the childminder shares information daily with parents to help achieve this. She helps the children to be kind and thoughtful and to develop good social skills.  The childminder organises her home well. Children make independent choices as they

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully established links with other professionals and other settings that children attend.  At times, the childminder does not support children to maintain high levels of concentration so that they remain more focused and become less distracted, such as by reducing any background noise.

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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

 build on partnerships with other settings to provide greater consistency in supporting children's learning and development  motivate children fully in all aspects of their learning, to enhance their involvement to the highest possible level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, observation and assessment files and a selection of policies.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability checks of household members and the qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through their written statements.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to seek advice and the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns regarding children's welfare. She carries out regular risk assessments of her home and outings to help keep children safe. The childminder uses effective systems to observe and assess children's development. She knows the children well and monitors their progress effectively. The childminder shares her findings with parents to help involve them in their children's learning at home. She keeps her knowledge and skills up to date. For example, she completes her own research and attends regular training. The childminder evaluates her own practice effectively to see where she can improve.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows how children learn. She plans around the children's interests and uses the information gathered from assessments to target areas of learning that children need to develop next. Children develop an interest in literacy and share books with the childminder. The childminder introduces mathematics well into children's play. For example, she discusses different shapes and colours, and she sings number songs with the children to extend their learning. The childminder interacts well with the children during activities. For example, she joins in with activities, talking about what she is doing, speaking clearly and using actions to expand children's vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a sensitive and caring approach. Children benefit from plenty of attention, praise and encouragement. This helps to support children's emotional well- being. They demonstrate high levels of confidence and self-esteem. Children behave well. They listen to the childminder, who offers gentle reminders about sharing and taking turns during play. The childminder helps children develop respect and understanding of others. For example, she teaches children about differences and recognises various festivals and beliefs throughout the year. Children's understanding of healthy lifestyles is supported well. Children have opportunities to be active. For example, they enjoy regular visits to local parks to build on their physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They have good opportunities to make marks and practise writing skills. Children select and use toys and resources independently. They enjoy solving problems and persevere. For example, they worked together to complete a jigsaw puzzle. They are able to listen to understand instructions and give their response. Children are gaining the skills to help prepare them well for their next stage of learning and the eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY457486 Local authority Brent Inspection number 1057928 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 March 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in the London Borough of Brent. She operates all year round from 8am 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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