Childminder EY495258

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 May 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 quality of teaching is good and children make good progress in all areas of their development. Children eagerly take part in exciting learning experiences that capture their attention.  The childminder carries out assessments of children's developmental progress and uses the information effectively to plan for the next step of their learning. She keeps parents informed of the progress their children make and includes them in assessments.  Children build secure relationships with the childminder, which helps them to feel emotionally secure. Children are very happy and settled. They form good attachments with the childminder and each other.  The childminder promotes children's health and physical development. Children are cared for in a safe and well organised environment. Children enjoy healthy snacks and nutritious meals to meet their individual needs.  The childminder is proactive with regard to her professional development. This supports

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This provision is good

her to keep her practice updated for the benefit of all children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not engage parents as well as possible in self-evaluation and monitoring to help identify any gaps in the service or build on identified strengths.  The childminder does not make best use of all opportunities to extend children's interest in the natural environment.

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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

 increase opportunities for parents to contribute their views on the service they and their child receive, and use this to inform self-evaluation to bring about further improvements  extend further opportunities for children to learn about the natural environment, in particular to promote their interest when playing outdoors.

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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 spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her approach to self-evaluation and referred to written feedback parents provided for inspection purpose.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including children's developmental records, and policies and procedures shared with parents.  The inspector looked at areas of the childminder's home used for care purposes and the range of play resources and equipment available for children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection procedures. She checks resources and her premises daily to ensure all areas are suitable. Children have a strong awareness of their own personal safety. For example, they learn to use the steps leading to the garden safely under the childminder's guidance and supervision. In the short time since the childminder has begun childminding, she has taken steps to reflect on her own personal development and bring improvements to the service she offers. For example, she attends training workshops, reads articles on-line, and meets with other professionals. The childminder assesses her teaching and observation skills to benefit children. For example, she has refined her observation methods to be better informed for forward planning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands how to support children's development and encourages them to be independent from a young age, such as in selecting their own play and managing their care needs. The childminder makes effective use of information that she gathers from parents about children's individual needs, preferences and interests, to identify their next steps in learning. Children enjoy creative activities where they use their own imagination. For example, they build models with construction materials, create shapes with play dough, or play with tactile materials. The childminder adapts activities skilfully to ensure all children benefit. For example, older children have more challenging puzzles to solve, while younger children have puzzles with large pieces.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are confident while they explore their surroundings and welcome the childminder to join in with their play. The childminder quickly builds strong and trusting relationships with children and their parents. Children behave very well and the childminder provides genuine praise and encouragement for children's efforts, which supports their confidence and self-esteem. Children are physically active and have opportunities to explore the local community. For example, they enjoy going to sessions to listen to different styles of music and explore different musical instruments, attend groups where they make new friends, explore re-cycling, and visit the local farm.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children gain the necessary skills in preparation for school from their starting points. They show a keen interest in early reading and writing, such as using a range of different tools to help develop their small motor skills. Children learn about the wider world. For example, they show a strong interest in mini beasts as the childminder offers a rich range of props and learning experiences that engage their curiosity.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495258 Local authority Waltham Forest Inspection number 1033446 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 5 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 registered in 2015. She lives in Highams Park, in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The childminder is available to mind throughout most of the year, Monday to Friday. The childminder is registered to also work from another setting, where she may care for additional children.

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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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