Childminder EY457802

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 September 2017 20 September 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

 Since the last inspection the childminder has developed good systems of observation and assessment. This enables her to monitor the progress each child makes and ensures that all areas of leaning are given equal consideration.  The childminder has a good understanding of children's individual needs. She plans a wide range of activities that engages them in play as they develop new skills. The quality of teaching is good.  The childminder has an excellent understanding of how to promote positive behaviour. This includes supporting babies through redirection to maintain their interest and positive interaction.  Children's well-being and care needs are supported very well. They respond warmly to the childminder within this homely, family environment. Children have made very strong attachments with her and are extremely settled and happy.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Ongoing training is not always targeted by the childminder to build and extend specific skills to raise the quality of her teaching practice to an even higher level.  The childminder does not currently make the most of opportunities to regularly seek and review the opinions of parents and use this information to drive ongoing improvement.

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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

 extend the use of more targeted professional development opportunities to strengthen existing knowledge and teaching skills further  enhance processes to seek and evaluate the views of parents and focus even more precisely on driving ongoing improvement and overall quality of practice.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector evaluated a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector interacted with children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of all persons living in the household. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she reflects on her practice.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through feedback provided to the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of the procedure to follow, including who to contact, if she is concerned about a child's welfare. She regularly checks areas of her home and is vigilant while children play, to ensure they remain safe from harm. The childminder tracks children's progress to identify any gaps in their learning. She encourages parents to share information about their children's achievements at home. The childminder uses this information, along with her own, to plan future learning that increases their confidence in readiness for the move on to pre-school or school. The childminder regularly updates her first-aid training, enabling her to provide appropriate care to children in the event of an accident. She meets with other childminders to share good practice ideas. Partnerships with others are good and include sharing information with a children's health visitor, with parental consent.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children as they play. She plans imaginative activities to support their natural interest and next steps in learning. The childminder promotes children's communication and language very well. For example, she provides a running commentary as they play and gives them time to react and respond to simple questions. Babies babble excitedly and quickly begin to mimic sounds made by the childminder along with those created by activity toys. For example, babies enjoy listening to different animal sounds as they play with puzzles which bark and moo when a matching piece is placed correctly. Babies crawl speedily, stopping to choose toys that interest them. They are well supported as toys and books are placed within easy reach.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's well-being. She collects information from parents about their children's individual care needs and routines from the start. Children independently seek out the childminder for a reassuring cuddle. She is a good role model, constantly praising and sensitively reassuring children. Very young children develop strength and coordination as they begin pulling themselves up to standing. They learn how to balance as they hold onto furniture, preparing to take their first steps. Children learn about the wider world as they enjoy regular trips and local outings. The dietary needs of babies are discussed with parents and well planned for. The childminder places children's comfort and welfare at the centre of her practice.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are progressing well from their individual starting points. Children have high levels of confidence and are active learners. They explore resources and the environment with enthusiasm, making their needs known and initiating their own play. Children's self- esteem grows and their care and learning needs are nurtured very well.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY457802 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1107846 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 20 September 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Hitchin. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family 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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