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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY445597

Inspected 8 Dec 2016 · URN EY445597

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Summary

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  • Inspection date verified

    8 Dec 2016

  • Inspectors verified

    Jane Franks

  • Early years verified

    Good

  • Leadership and management verified

    Good

  • Outcomes verified

    Good

  • Overall effectiveness verified

    Good

  • Personal development, behaviour and welfare verified

    Good

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Teaching, learning and assessment verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder Report

  • URN verified

    EY445597

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Grade profile

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  • OverallGood
  • Early yearsGood
  • Leadership and managementGood
  • OutcomesGood
  • Personal development, behaviour and welfareGood
  • Teaching, learning and assessmentGood

79% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Good (17,905 inspections).

Tone of the report

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+65Positivemore positive than 37% of reports of this type graded Good
OutstandingGoodMetRINot metInadequate

In line with other reports of this type graded Good.

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Praiseenjoyeffectivelymake good progressstrongstrong relationshipshappyeffectivesafe
Criticismnot consistentlyconcernsgaps

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FindingsAbout the inspectionWhat needs to improveLeadership positive critical
  • Findings440w+67
  • Leadership120w+41
  • What needs to improve52w0

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Concerns

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No strong criticism found.

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Anatomy of the report

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Pages
5
Words of findings
603
about usual (typical 691)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 49, typical 49
Average sentence
13 words
Next steps
2
typical 2
Hedged sentences
2%
“some”, “not always”, “most”…

Where the words go

Findings 40%Leadership 11%What needs to improve 5%About the inspection 44%

Full report text

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 December 2016 9 October 2012

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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 observes and assesses children's progress and plans for their next steps in learning. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder monitors and tracks children's development well. She identifies where children are exceeding their expected targets and where there are any gaps in their learning.  Children have a strong sense of belonging and emotional well-being in the childminder's home. For example, they are happy and settled, and develop strong relationships with the childminder.  The childminder plans the environment well. For example, children have a good range of toys and resources to choose from, indoors and outdoors.  The childminder has established good links with a wide range of professionals and local schools. She supports continuity in children's care and learning effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently obtain information from all parents about their children's learning at home.  The childminder does not provide all opportunities to challenge children as much as possible to encourage them to make even better progress.

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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 good partnership with parents and involve them more in sharing what they know about children's learning at home  make the most of all opportunities to challenge young children and help them make better progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and children during activities, and held discussions about children's learning and behaviour.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation including policies and procedures, risk assessments and the children's learning and assessment records.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder and held discussions with her in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities in protecting the children such as reporting concerns about their welfare. She rigorously monitors the environment and ensures that children are safe. The childminder continually reflects on her performance and maintains good outcomes for children. For example, she talks confidently about how training has helped her to adapt activities to reflect on children's individual learning styles. The childminder finds out what parents and children expect and enjoy. She regularly evaluates the quality of her service. For example, she has enhanced the garden and the outdoor learning experiences she provides for children. The childminder keeps parents well informed about children's daily experiences and shares regular information on their progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gets to know children well. She supports children's communication and language well. For example, when appropriate, she provides a running commentary as children play and children respond using simple words, gestures and expressions. The childminder follows children's interests and allows them to lead their play. For example, young children delight in manoeuvring their cars and show good control. The childminder demonstrates new skills and gives children time to experiment and explore. For instance, children enjoyed investigating texture and making marks in the dough. Children show an interest in books and listen to stories.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's home is warm and welcoming. The childminder promotes children's health and well-being effectively. For example, she teaches children good personal hygiene routines and offers healthy eating options. Children enjoy regular physical exercise. For example, they enjoy walking in the community and being out in the fresh air. Children start to learn about the importance of staying safe, for example how to cross the road. Children have opportunities to attend local groups where they can mix with other children. They learn about the wider society, for example from a variety of resources and celebrating different festivals. Children develop positive relationships with their peers.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are inquisitive, eager learners and readily take part in the activities on offer. They listen to the childminder and follow simple instructions. Older children enjoy using their imagination and develop skills in simple mathematics. They develop good independence skills, for example they choose with what they would like to play. Children develop the key skills they need for future learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY445597 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 1059303 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 9 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Addlestone, Surrey. The childminder operates her service on Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year round.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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