Childminder EY476309

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 January 2017 Not applicable

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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 is well qualified and fully committed to her role. Her previous childcare experience has a positive effect on the quality of the environment and activities provided for children. The childminder completes regular training to enhance her knowledge further and uses this to good effect.  Children are very happy and form strong bonds with the childminder and each other. They settle quickly and feel comfortable in the warm and welcoming environment.  Children make good progress and develop the skills they need for future learning. The childminder makes effective use of her observations to assess children's progress and to identify what they need to learn next.  Children have good opportunities to play outside throughout the day and they benefit from plenty of fresh air and physical exercise. This plays a significant part in keeping them healthy and helps them develop their awareness of the natural world.

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This provision is good

 Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their children's learning and development. The childminder uses the information they provide effectively to make sure that activities are in tune with children's current interests and enthusiasms. Parents make very complimentary comments about the childminder and say that she, 'Goes the extra mile' to support their children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not ensure children can persevere, play without interruption and continue exploring an activity before moving on to the next.  The childminder is not always making the most of opportunities to develop children's mathematical understanding and awareness of numbers during play.

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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

 enable children to play without interruption and provide sufficient time for them to explore activities to their satisfaction before introducing new ones  enhance opportunities to develop children's mathematical understanding and awareness of numbers during play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector viewed a focused activity with the childminder and discussed the children's progress and achievements.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed a sample of the children's development records.  The inspector reviewed evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, self-evaluation, risk assessment and policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from their responses to surveys and written testimonials organised by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder's vigilance helps to ensure that children remain safe. She supervises children well and carries out thorough risk assessments of her home and of any outings. Effective measures are put in place to minimise any potential hazards, both indoors and outside. The childminder is secure in her knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child in her care. She is meticulous in her record keeping and ensures that all documentation is purposeful and effective. The childminder is a reflective practitioner and she successfully uses self- evaluation to develop well-focused plans for enhancing her childcare practice. The childminder uses a secure online system for observing, assessing and tracking of children's progress. This helps her to make sure her planned activities cover all areas of learning and no child gets left behind.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children benefit from the childminder's effective understanding of how children develop and learn. The childminder continually extends and rotates her play materials so that activities are in tune with children's current interests and capabilities. There are also many opportunities for children to learn about the wider world, as they participate in outings in the local area. The childminder enthusiastically participates in children's play, taking a genuine interest in what they have to say. She speaks clearly, which encourages younger children to copy words that are new. Children enjoy tactile experiences, such as experimenting when mixing sand and water and decorating colourful butterflies with paper, glue and collage materials. They use their imagination as they dress up and act out scenarios based on real-life experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has effective settling-in procedures that help children feel happy and secure in her care. She praises children regularly for their efforts and achievements, which successfully promotes their self-esteem. The childminder encourages children to play harmoniously together by sharing resources and taking turns with the toys. She also encourages good table manners at mealtimes. Children know how to keep themselves safe as they move around the setting, both indoors and outside. They regularly practise evacuation procedures so they know what to do in emergency situations. The childminder prepares children emotionally for starting school. Children go with her to the school playground to collect the older children. They practise getting dressed in school uniforms and listen to stories about starting school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning. They demonstrate a positive attitude towards learning and are becoming confident and independent individuals. Children make firm friendships and their listening skills are promoted as they take turns and respect each other's opinions. Children also enjoy expressing themselves through activities that extend their sensory and imaginative skills. They develop the necessary skills they need for the move on to full-time education.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476309 Local authority Essex Inspection number 991728 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Rettendon Common, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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