Childminder EY342918

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 January 2017 28 June 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 worked hard since the last inspection and has fulfilled the actions that were raised. For example, she has completed a paediatric first-aid qualification and has developed her policies and procedures.  The childminder has good relationships with parents. She regularly discusses their children's progress with them and keeps them up to date with their child's learning and development.  Children are happy and settled, and develop secure attachments with the childminder. She consistently praises children and encourages them to achieve, supporting their sense of well-being effectively.  The childminder observes children as they play, assessing their achievements and detecting any gaps in their development. She plans additional experiences and focused support to help these gaps close quickly. All children make good progress in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Opportunities for children to explore art materials and develop their own creative ideas are not consistently as good as possible.  Children have few opportunities to explore their local community and learn about the differences between themselves and others in society.

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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

 give children more opportunities to explore different materials and use their imagination, to develop their own creative skills  continue to develop opportunities for children to find out about and value differences in society.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector engaged with the children during the inspection.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed the children during their indoor play activities, as well as their snack routine.  The inspector sampled various documents, including children's learning records, the childminder's self-evaluation form, risk assessments, and a selection of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder accurately evaluates her practice to identify areas for development, taking into account the views of the children and their parents. She demonstrates a positive capacity for continuous improvement. For example, she collects regular questionnaires from children and feedback from parents, and uses a quality assurance tool. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has attended safeguarding training and has a good understanding of how to keep children safe. She knows the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child's well-being. The childminder develops effective links with other settings that children attend. She works closely with them to share information on children's progress and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is strong. The childminder effectively divides her time between the children, meeting their individual needs. During play, she follows their lead and uses her knowledge of children's interests to promote their early literacy and mathematical skills. For example, children are motivated to develop their number and counting skills during simple mathematics games on the computer. The childminder supports children's communication skills well. For example, she engages children in conversation as they play and asks them interesting questions, encouraging them to express their thoughts. Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills and get plenty of fresh air, such as playing games in the garden.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder manages children's behaviour well. Children are kind, considerate and have good manners. The childminder encourages children to develop their independence skills. For example, she gives children different responsibilities for the day, such as setting the dinner table and serving the food. The childminder understands the important role she plays in supporting healthy lifestyles. Children learn about healthy eating. For example, they take part in regular cooking activities and engage in conversations with the childminder about the different ingredients and where they come from, showing their good understanding. Children manage their own safety well. For example, they talk about how to cross the road safely and the childminder encourages them to think about and manage their own risks, further developing their understanding.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children explore the childminder's home independently and choose activities that interest them. Children have an interest in books and have a huge range to choose from. They begin to sound out words, with the help of the childminder, to create full sentences. All children make good progress and are prepared well for the next steps in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY342918 Local authority Hounslow Inspection number 1057732 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 June 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Feltham, in the London Borough of Hounslow. The childminder operates her service Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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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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