Childminder EY434870

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 January 2017 22 November 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

 The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She assesses what children can do and plans well for their next stage of development.  The childminder provides a broad range of activities and experiences to stimulate children. All children make good progress in their development as their progress is reviewed regularly in all areas of development.  Partnerships with parents are strong. This ensures they are kept well informed about their children's care and learning, and have opportunities to exchange information on a regular basis.  Children make good progress in their personal, social and emotional development. They have high levels of self-confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder undertakes self-evaluation to improve her service further. She gathers regular feedback from parents and addresses the weaknesses identified at previous inspections.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's current systems to exchange information with professionals in other settings the children attend do not fully support continuity in their learning.  At times, the childminder does not offer opportunities for children to develop their concentration skills and benefit fully from their engagement in learning experiences.

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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 current links with other early years settings that children attend, to increase further consistency in children's learning and development  review the delivery of activities, in particular to limit distractions to children's concentration and to help them focus.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder's teaching skills and the interaction between the childminder and the children during activities.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children when appropriate.  The inspector and the childminder jointly observed children while they played and discussed how the childminder supports their learning needs.  The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation, such as required records for children, self-evaluation evidence, and the policies and procedures shared with parents.  The inspector looked at areas of the home used for childminding, and a sample of play materials and equipment.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms that would cause her concern about a child's welfare and how to take appropriate action. She explores regular professional development opportunities to help her in reflecting on her practice. For example, she makes good use of her local authority network group, welcomes the support of her coordinator, and attends training to enhance her knowledge further. Since the last inspection, the childminder has taken steps to engage parents to play a more active role in working in partnership. For example, she discusses with parents how they can support their children's learning and interests in the home, and engages with parents to review their children's development. The childminder demonstrates a good capacity for continuous improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular and accurate assessments of children's abilities. She undertakes observations on children's learning well to plan challenging activities that keep them stimulated. She develops children's communication skills effectively. For example, she supports children to extend their vocabulary as she uses a range of descriptive language in play. Children make good progress in being independent and in making choices in their play. Younger children can locate toys of their choice, such as those organised within easy reach and labelled well in storage. Children enjoy creative play. For example, they help measure out and make the cornflour mixture. Children learn to use their bodies in different ways, such as when they engage in action rhymes, learn to use scissors and thread beads.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supervises children well and minimises possible risks to children. Children feel safe and secure and demonstrate self-motivation. The childminder meets the care needs of children well and supports good hygiene practices. She gathers information from parents to help children settle easily into her care. The childminder helps children to adopt healthy lifestyles. She guides parents on supporting a healthy diet for their children, such as when providing packed lunches. Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise, such as visits to parks, farm and forest areas.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development from the time they start. The childminder supports children to learn about expected behaviour, take responsibility for their actions and become independent. Children's early writing skills and early mathematics are developing well. For example, children enjoy free painting, recognise numbers in print, and identify colours and shapes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434870 Local authority Newham Inspection number 1062523 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 November 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Manor Park, in the London Borough of Newham. She cares for children from Monday to Friday throughout most of the year, and may provide overnight care.

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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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