Childminder EY246735

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 April 2017 7 January 2015

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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 strong bonds with the children. Children are happy and confident in her care.  The childminder has strong relationships with the parents. Parents' views form an integral part of the evaluation process, enabling a consistent approach to children's learning in the home and with the childminder.  The childminder engages in skilful interactions with the children. The standard of teaching is good.  The childminder provides a stimulating learning environment, both indoors and outdoors, that provides challenge. Children make good progress in all areas of learning and development.  The childminder has good partnerships with the local school, nursery and pre-school. Information is shared about children's development, providing a consistent approach to learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully make the most of all opportunities to encourage children to be fully independent in good hygiene routines.

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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

 make the most of all opportunities that develop children's independence skills even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the setting.  The inspector looked at a sample of children's records and other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback provided on the day.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder demonstrates a desire to improve. She has reviewed her use of natural resources inside and outside, helping the children to extend their understanding of the world. For example, children collect blossom on nature walks which is then used to create artwork. The childminder demonstrates commitment to her own professional development through reading and research. For example, she has extended her knowledge of children's behaviour and shared her knowledge of strategies for managing behaviour with parents. The childminder has an effective system for monitoring the progress that children make. She quickly identifies children that require additional help and works with parents and other professionals to help them catch up quickly. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements robust procedures to protect children's welfare and has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the children's current stages of learning and next steps. She makes thorough assessments, involving parents, to identify children's learning needs. Activities are spontaneous and challenging and are predominantly driven by the children's interests. Children are motivated to learn. The childminder teaches early reading and writing skills alongside their play. For example, she follows a child's request to write letters for her to copy on a magnetic board. The childminder teaches listening skills and children have an interest in musical instruments. For example, she encourages children to recognise big and little noises and the different sounds of the instruments. Children leave the setting well prepared for school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder offers an extensive settling-in period. For example, she will visit the children in their own home and they visit the setting. Children settle quickly and feel secure with her as they snuggle in for comfort. The childminder demonstrates an extensive knowledge of the children and their individual care routines and needs. The daily routine is directed by the children's unique needs. For example, meals are provided when the children require them rather than at set times. The childminder promotes positive behaviour for the children. For example, she models expectations at mealtimes. Children behave exceptionally well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress from their starting points. They achieve the milestones typical for their age across all areas of development. Children are becoming independent, for example, they dress and undress for outdoor play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY246735 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1091570 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 7 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Markyate, Hertfordshire. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a CACHE level three in childminding practice.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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