Childminder in Kent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 October 2016 7 January 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

 Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder offers regular opportunities to involve parents in their children's learning. For example, she has daily discussions and provides learning journals, online systems and texts. This helps parents to continue their children's learning at home.  Children make good progress that is typical for their age. The childminder uses the information from her assessments well to plan for children's next stage in learning.  The childminder provides children with clear guidance and explanations to encourage their good behaviour. For instance, she uses distraction and encourages sharing.  Children have opportunities to explore and investigate during their play. For example, the childminder provides a wide range of natural materials and textures.  The childminder completes thorough risk assessments which help to identify and minimise any possible hazards. Children learn to keep themselves safe. For example,

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This provision is good

they regularly practise the emergency evacuation procedures.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently provide opportunities for children to further develop their sense of belonging and place in the world.  The childminder does not form highly successful partnerships with other settings children attend to help support continuity of learning.

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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 opportunities for children to fully build a positive awareness of themselves and where they belong  extend the partnerships with other settings children attend to share a wide range of information to help support continuity of learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this had on children's learning and development.  The inspector toured all the premises used for childminding.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation including suitability checks and children's records.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection and in particular about observations of children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector took account of parents' written views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder monitors children's progress well. For example, she closely tracks their progress to help identify any emerging gaps in development early and provide the appropriate support. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs that would cause her concern about a child's welfare and the processes to follow. She is aware of her duty to prevent children being drawn into situations which may put them at risk of harm. The childminder uses the views of parents, children and other professionals to help evaluate her service well. She improves her knowledge and skills. For example, she accesses training and uses online resources. This helps improve the quality of the provision and provide better outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder successfully supports children's learning and development. She develops babies' communication and language skills well. For example, she provides them with eye contact at their level and introduces basic words. The childminder effectively encourages children's mathematical development such as recognising shapes and sorting items. She asks a range of questions to help children think for themselves and to help extend their learning further. For instance, the childminder asks children when they find the shape if they also have a heart. She helps them build confidence in their own abilities. For example, the childminder gives children positive praise and encouragement.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a stimulating and welcoming environment. She offers a wide range of activities that children can choose themselves. This helps them to lead their own play and make their own decisions. The childminder is sensitive and responsive to children's emotional well-being. She provides them with extra care and attention when needed. For example, she gently rocks babies, stroking their faces to help soothe them to sleep. The childminder supports children's understanding of the importance of healthy lifestyles. For instance, they grow vegetables and make meals together. She provides daily opportunities for them to be physically active such as visiting the woods and parks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well and gain the skills they need for their next stage in learning. They develop their independence. For example, children take their shoes off and put them away. Babies successfully build their physical skills. For instance, they begin to push themselves up and hold their bottles. Babies smile at adults and babble, which helps them learn to interact and communicate with others.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY451138 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1062870 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 7 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Gravesend, Kent. She offers care on Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder has a relevant level 3 childcare qualification. She is eligible to receive funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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