Wells, Mrs Sarah Jane

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 October 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

 Children respond to the childminder's warm and caring nature, and have close emotional bonds. They welcome her interactions in activities, for example they sit closely together to count the pig figures in the camper van.  Children play in a stimulating learning environment with a good range of toys and resources that provides interest and helps to motivate them to learn. Children are making good progress and are prepared well for their move to nursery or school.  The childminder knows the children she cares for well and skilfully tailors the experiences she provides to reflect their individual interests and stages of development. She is confident to adapt and extend activities as they happen.  The childminder demonstrates a strong focus on supporting children's early communication and language skills. For instance, she encourages children to try new words and strengthen their vocabulary, and she repeats the words they use for

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not gather the most effective information from parents about children's learning at home to assist in her planning of children's next learning steps.  The childminder does not make the best possible use of opportunities to extend her skills and knowledge to an even higher level.

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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

 explore more ways to help parents share information about what children are achieving at home to plan more precisely for children's learning  make the best possible use of opportunities to extend skills and knowledge to an even higher level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation such as the self-evaluation and evidence of suitability of adults within the home.  The inspector took account of the written feedback from parents.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning information and a range of documentation including policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is aware of the action to take should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. She risk assesses all areas of the home and places of interest they visit to help children play in safe environments. The childminder evaluates her practice well, and understands her strengths and identifies areas to improve. She provides parents with good guidance and information; for example, she regularly shares her observations of children's learning with them. The childminder effectively uses her good knowledge of children's development, together with regular assessments, to plan for their future learning and to close any learning gaps.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled at supporting children's learning as they play. For example, children explore their own ideas as they play with the salt dough and develop their physical skills with support from the childminder. She talks about what they are doing and uses questions effectively to develop children's vocabulary and problem-solving skills. The childminder observes children to identify what children can do, and what they need to learn next. She knows what interests individual children and uses this to plan some of the learning experiences inside and outside. The childminder provides a range of enjoyable activities to encourage children's mathematical skills. For instance, children happily count the conkers and identify colours and shapes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and confident in the setting. They show affection for the childminder, who has a genuine bond with all children. Children learn to be independent such as when they make choices and find their belongings. Children are familiar with routines such as tidy up time. The childminder successfully supports younger children, providing reassurance and comfort at times when they need it most. She provides an inclusive environment and teaches children to learn and respect each other. The childminder supports children's good health. For example, she provides healthy snacks and nutritious meals, and children have regular opportunities to be active in the garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their learning and development. They engage well in activities, and are enthusiastic and motivated learners. Children enjoy exploring and learning independently. From a young age, children demonstrate an interest in reading and writing. For example, they use a range of materials to draw and books are easily accessible for them to look at. Children develop good social skills and an ability to get along with others. Children practise personal care skills such as handwashing. They gain the key skills needed to help them move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481666 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 996446 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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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 Hampton, in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The childminder works on Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, for most of the year. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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