Childminder EY443035

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 January 2017 24 September 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

 Children make good progress in their development and are ready for their next stage in learning. The childminder uses her good knowledge of children's individual needs and interests to plan stimulating and motivating activities.  Children learn to respect and value each other's differences. For example, the childminder provides opportunities and resources that reflect different backgrounds and cultures.  The childminder is kind, caring and forms close bonds with children. They are happy, settled and confident to explore their surroundings.  The childminder builds positive partnerships with parents. For example, she has daily discussions and shares development records. This helps parents to continue their children's learning at home.  The childminder reflects on her practice well. For example, she takes into account the developing needs of the children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have access to a wide range of opportunities to help extend their creative development.  The childminder does not include parents' views in the self-evaluation to help her identify areas for further development.

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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

 develop further the opportunities for children to extend their creativity skills  increase opportunities for parents to be more involved in the self-evaluation process.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the home used by the children.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at convenient times throughout the inspection.  The inspector viewed documentation, including children's records, polices and evidence of the suitability of adults living in the home.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She is aware of actions to take to raise concerns about children's welfare. The childminder regularly assesses her home, garden and outings for potential hazards to help protect children. The childminder successfully monitors children's progress. For example, she completes regular observations and uses guidance documents to track their learning. This helps her to identify any gaps in their development swiftly and provide the appropriate support. The childminder recognises the importance of keeping her skills and knowledge updated to help improve outcomes for children. For example, she reads relevant information and uses online resources. The childminder has established effective partnerships with other settings that children attend. This helps to provide continuity in their learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment where children happily explore their surroundings. The childminder interacts well with children and she is flexible in her approach to support children's learning through their play. For example, when children show a keen interest in throwing and rolling balls, she quickly responds and provides further activities to match their interests. The childminder actively supports children's communication and language skills. For example, she talks to children as they play and models good language use.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's individual needs well. For example, she takes time to find out about their backgrounds, interests and routines and includes these in her setting. The childminder is a positive role model for children. She helps them gain good levels of self-confidence. For example, she gives lots of praise to children's efforts and achievements. The childminder provides daily opportunities for children to be physically active. For example, they visit local parks, the library and playgroups. The childminder teaches children about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. For example, she supports children's understanding of good hygiene procedures.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in relation to their starting points. Children are curious and eager to explore. They are keen to experiment with a range of electronic equipment. For example, they press buttons to make different sounds and actions. Children develop good early literacy skills. For example, they enjoy looking at books and place their name on a self-registration board.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443035 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1059171 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 September 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Greenhithe, Kent. She offers care Monday to Friday for most of the year. The childminder holds a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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