Childminder EY476531

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 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

 The childminder is committed to providing a high-quality care and learning experience for all children. She organises her provision well.  The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents. She keeps them informed about their children's day and their learning. Information is shared daily, through both verbal communication and written records.  The childminder knows the children well and understands where they are in their development. She observes and assesses their learning and uses this information effectively to plan for their next steps. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder supports children's communication and language skills very well. She encourages children in conversation and actively promotes their developing speech and vocabulary. Children are confident communicators.  Children's emotional well-being is fostered very well. The childminder establishes warm,

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This provision is good

caring relationships with the children in her care. They readily go to her for cuddles and support as they play and learn. Children are happy and settled.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not sufficiently encourage children to pursue their interest in books and their early reading skills. The presentation of books and reading materials does not encourage children to want to access them.  The childminder does not always promote children's self-care skills. For example, she does not routinely encourage them to manage their own coats as part of supporting their developing independence.

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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 the opportunities children have to develop their interest in books and reading materials  promote children's growing independence more consistently by supporting them in managing their self-care.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at activity planning, records of children's learning and a selection of policies and other records.  The inspector observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members, qualifications of the childminder and the childminder's self-evaluation form.  The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good awareness of the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows how to report concerns. The childminder is well qualified. She takes responsibility for keeping up to date with current legislation and good practice guidance. She regularly attends relevant training courses to further her own professional development. For example, following recent training she has recognised the importance of listening more carefully to younger children and giving them time to process what she says to them. The childminder reflects on the service that she provides. Self-evaluation takes into account the views of parents and this helps the childminder to identify her strengths and areas for development. Written testimonials from parents demonstrate the extremely high regard they have for her and are thoroughly happy with the care provided and are extremely grateful.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is consistently good, effectively supporting children to be motivated and enthusiastic learners. The childminder finds out about children's starting points when they first attend her provision. Parents are encouraged to continue to share what they know about their child. This helps the childminder in her planning for children's continuing learning and development. The childminder has a secure understanding of the age group she is working with and is actively engaged in the children's play. She encourages children to explore and investigate. Children play with play dough to strengthen their fingers and muscles. They lead their own learning, confidently asking for small plastic eyes to make faces in the monsters they have created. The childminder extends the children's learning skilfully, seizing the opportunity to talk about emotions and feelings.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminding premises are warm and welcoming. The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment, both indoors and outside. Toys and resources are generally stored to enable children to select for themselves, promoting their ability to lead their own play. Children develop a good sense of belonging. They have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise, promoting their good health and physical well-being. Children are helped to learn safe practices, such as the importance of not kicking or throwing sand as it might go in someone's eyes. The childminder is a good role model. She sets consistent boundaries for the children and gently reminds them of these. Children build good friendships with each other and develop positive attitudes towards others. The childminder values and praises good behaviour, effectively building children's self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder monitors the progress of the children in her care. She identifies any emerging gaps in children's learning, so that appropriate interventions can be implemented and children develop the key skills needed to be ready for school. Children are enthusiastic learners. They develop an awareness of initial letters and letter sounds and count confidently in routine and play situations.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476531 Local authority Essex Inspection number 983654 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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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 Colchester, Essex. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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