Childminder EY432708

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 January 2017 12 November 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 attends regular training to help update her skills and knowledge to improve her teaching and support children. For example, she now manages children's behaviour more effectively and has a better understanding of leadership.  The childminder works well with her two assistants to help children settle in easily and express their preferences and interests. Children are independent and confident.  The childminder monitors children's progress well to help identify any gaps in their development and takes steps to help them catch up. Children make good progress from their individual starting points.  Partnerships with parents are well established. Parents comment that the childminder is approachable, takes good care of their children and regularly updates them on their children's progress. This enables them to be fully involved in their children's learning.  The childminder monitors and evaluates her provision effectively to identify weaknesses

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This provision is good

and make improvements. For example, she works with local authority advisers and gathers parents' views.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder misses opportunities to extend children's understanding of differences and similarities in their families and cultures.  At times, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to support further children's awareness of simple mathematics and problem-solving.

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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

 extend children's understanding of similarities and differences in families and cultures  make the best of opportunities to develop children's understanding of mathematics and problem-solving skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children engaged in activities and the childminder's interaction with them.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the parents at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation including children's details, learning records, insurance and other relevant documentation.  The inspector looked at parts of the house used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed children's play with the childminder and discussed children's learning and progress.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of the procedure to take should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. She completes regular training and keeps updated on all aspects of child protection and any changes in legislation. The childminder assesses children's safety well as she supervises them successfully. She completes daily risk assessments to reduce any risks to children. The childminder monitors the work of her assistants to support their ongoing suitability and practice. For example, she provides regular individual meetings to identify any issues and discuss further their training needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands how children learn and provides an interesting range of learning opportunities to support their development. She carries out regular observations and assessments and links these to children's stages of development and future goals. Children are supported well in the development of their communication and language. For example, the childminder speaks to them in their home language and English. She encourages children to develop a good awareness of technology. For example, children explore and investigate how to operate toys. The childminder develops children's creativity well. Children learn to construct with a purpose in mind, such as creating Lithuanian flags using a variety of resources.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a secure, homely environment. She uses space well so that children can make choices and access resources independently. The childminder and her assistants are positive role models for children. For example, children are well behaved; they share, take turns, and older children are helpful to the younger ones. The childminder helps children to learn about good health. For example, she provides nutritious meals and talks to children about the importance of healthy foods. She also teaches children about good hygiene routines. She manages any accidents or injuries to children effectively, ensuring that she maintains accurate records and shares these with parents. The childminder teaches children about safety well. For example, she gives them gentle reminders to transport and store equipment safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for school. For example, they are able to maintain attention, concentrate and sit quietly during activities such as group discussions. They listen and respond to ideas expressed by others during conversation, such as during role play. Children are beginning to form recognisable letters. They experiment with different ways of moving, such as dancing, climbing, and riding wheeled toys.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY432708 Local authority Havering Inspection number 1059040 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Romford in the London Borough of Havering. The childminder operates on weekdays between 8am to 6pm, 51 weeks of the year. The childminder works with two assistants. The childminder has a level 3 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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