Childminder EY481940

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 March 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

 Children develop their physical, language and social skills well and make good progress from their starting points. They have good opportunities to develop their muscles and hand-to-eye control, such as while using paint brushes to mix paints together.  The childminder monitors what children can do effectively and knows them well as individuals. She observes them regularly and generally plans meaningful experiences to support their particular needs and next steps in their learning.  Children are happy. The childminder forms warm relationships with them. She knows how to help children feel secure and successfully supports their emotional well-being.  The childminder understands the importance of developing her skills. She keenly seeks opportunities to develop her knowledge to help improve her teaching and care practices.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently share ongoing information with other settings children attend to support a joined-up approach in meeting their individual learning and care needs.  The childminder does not plan the environment as effectively as possible to provide children with the best opportunities to explore the resources available.

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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 existing partnerships with other settings children attend to provide a consistent approach in supporting children's development and care needs  review the organisation of space and resources to help children extend their learning experiences.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the parts of the premises used for childminding, and observed the children and the activities in which they engaged.  The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's learning and how she reflects on the quality of her service.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including risk assessments, children's records and the childminder's policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements clear policies and procedures to assist her in keeping children safe. She understands her duties in ensuring children's welfare, and knows how to report any concerns if she suspects a child is at risk of harm. The childminder evaluates the quality of the setting effectively. She reflects well on the service she provides, identifying her setting's strengths and areas to develop further, to help improve children's outcomes. She also acts on feedback from others, such as her childminding coordinator, to help further improve the quality of her practice. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively. She regularly checks on their achievements to help her identify and address any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children play confidently in a friendly, welcoming environment. They enjoy exploring apparatus outdoors, including jumping on the trampoline and riding on tricycles. Children learn to move their body in different ways and develop good balance. The childminder supports them well while they play. For example, she encourages children to try different activities and demonstrates how to use equipment correctly to encourage their involvement. The childminder provides children with enjoyable opportunities to develop their language and early mathematical skills. For instance, she sings number rhymes with children to help develop their vocabulary, speech and counting skills. The childminder generally works with parents and other professionals well. For example, she keeps parents informed about the activities she provides and children's care routines.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children eat nutritious foods and learn about healthy lifestyles. Furthermore, they are active and develop their physical skills, to support their well-being. The childminder supports children well to develop an understanding of good hygiene practices. For example, she teaches them to wash their hands before eating. Children have good opportunities to learn about diversity. For instance, the childminder plans activities to help children learn about each other's cultural festivals, to help them respect everyone's uniqueness. Children behave well. The childminder shares her expectations with children to help them understand what acceptable behaviour is.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress and learn a range of skills that prepare them well for their future learning and school. Children develop good physical skills. For instance, they learn to use tools correctly, with control. They learn to communicate and listen well. Children have good opportunities to develop their understanding about the natural world, such as while watering plants and talking about what they need to grow.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481940 Local authority Barking & Dagenham Inspection number 1003906 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Dagenham, within the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The childminder operates her service all year round, providing full-day care from Monday to Saturday. She holds and appropriate early years 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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