Chivers, Beata

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 October 2017 10 October 2013

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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 interaction and support for babies is particularly good. They have the opportunities they need to explore the toys and resources that interests them. Older, pre-school children also receive good support from the childminder and her assistant.  The childminder helps children learn to keep themselves safe. She provides them with good opportunities to learn about the importance of taking care when out walking. Children enjoy practising crossing the road safely, showing their very responsible behaviour.  Children make good progress in their learning. They develop the independence, social skills and behaviours that help them to get along with others.  The childminder and her assistant have very effective partnerships with parents. They maintain the ongoing sharing of information between their setting, school and home that helps them to understand children's needs and interests.  The childminder is using the opportunity of working alongside another person, to reflect

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This provision is good

effectively on what they offer children. Their regular meetings are used well to ensure they are meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and promoting children's development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have enough time to think through their ideas or to formulate their answers, when asked questions.  Children sometimes request help with tasks very quickly, and the childminder does not recognise the opportunities to encourage them to persevere.

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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 opportunities for children to think through their ideas and to answer questions  support all children to strengthen their determination and persevere when they face challenges.

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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 observed an activity and evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and her assistant. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant demonstrate a secure understanding of the possible signs of abuse. They are clear about the action to take to protect children from harm. The childminder maintains a comprehensive set of documents and uses these to ensure the safe day-to-day running of her setting. For example, she has a detailed log of the children and the hours they attend, including their school attendance. This helps to ensure that she, or her assistant, are available to take and collect children, and that ratios are maintained. The childminder monitors her assistant's practice well. They both complete regular training to update their knowledge and skills. They work with other professionals, sharing information on children's learning needs. The childminder and her assistant work together to track children's progress and help children to close the gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans worthwhile and challenging experiences for the children. For example, children enjoy working together to build a complex train track. The childminder uses her observations to support children's skills further. Along with her assistant, she offers children good support during play, helping them to develop their ideas. For instance, she supports children to explore their understanding of the world as they play shops. Children organise their merchandise and take turns during role play, being the shopkeeper and customer. The childminder extends their enjoyment and learning as she introduces new language into their game.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant are highly effective at helping children to settle. They support them to develop the strong relationships that underpin their sense of well-being. The childminder and her assistant help children to build their confidence, and offer praise that helps to raise self-esteem. The home is organised to provide children with different play spaces and good access to a wide range of resources. Children enjoy daily outdoor experiences. The childminder recognises the children that prefer outdoor learning, and plans effectively for this. They make good use of the allotment, helping children to learn about where food comes from. There is good attention to detail in following routines and supporting children with their changing needs. Children follow good hygiene routines. The childminder helps them to learn how this can keep them healthy and well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They use their mathematical knowledge in their play, counting and organising items. Children enjoy the activities designed to build their small muscles for writing. They find developing the strength and control to open and close pegs, challenging and fun. Children like stories and concentrate well as they listen and join in. Children are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, such as school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY459847 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1066741 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 October 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7am until 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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