Carrington, Joanna

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 November 2017 29 November 2013

p.1

This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

p.1

This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

p.1

This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

p.1

This provision is outstanding

 The childminder demonstrates an exceptional drive for continuous improvement to enhance the already outstanding quality provision for children. She embraces many opportunities for professional development and purposefully reflects on the views of parents and children to determine the best ways to enrich outcomes for children.  Children demonstrate an excellent attitude towards learning, which helps to prepare them extremely well for starting school.  Children have exceptionally warm and close relationships with the childminder. For example, babies go to her for cuddles and hugs as and when they need. Children behave impeccably.  The childminder skilfully promotes children's speech and language. She makes excellent use of opportunities to extend their vocabulary and introduces new words. For example, she describes food as 'crunchy' and 'soft' while they eat their snack.  Relationships with parents are excellent. The childminder values their contributions. She

p.1

This provision is outstanding

provides a wealth of information about her provision and also supports parents extremely well in extending children's learning at home. Parents are keen to share their extremely positive opinions and give exceedingly high praise for the wonderful care and learning their children receive.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 continue to strengthen opportunities for sharing information with school staff and teachers that enhance the already excellent continuity in children's experiences even further.

p.2

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 viewed a focused activity with the childminder and discussed the children's progress and achievements.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector reviewed relevant documents, including the suitability of the persons living and working in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from their written letters and responses organised by the childminder.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder's dedication, attention to detail and leadership skills are outstanding. She has an excellent understanding of her obligations to implement the statutory requirements. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder takes highly effective steps to provide an extremely safe and secure environment for the children attending. The comprehensive safeguarding procedures are diligently reviewed and the childminder knows exactly what to do if she has concerns about a child. The childminder has strong reciprocal links with the local schools and nurseries. There are secure plans in place to extend these links to maintain the already excellent continuity in children's learning.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

Children show very high levels of curiosity and consistently try hard to succeed. The childminder skilfully teaches according to children's next steps in learning, weaving these into whatever activity the child has chosen. The childminder makes learning active and fun. She links activities to the children interests and home. For example, children make flags and then cook meals from their own countries. This helps them to fully support their understanding of the wider world and embrace their home experiences and cultures. The childminder makes superb use of her precise observations and accurate assessments to track children's learning and development. Learning priorities and any gaps in learning are rapidly addressed to help children maintain the highest rates of progress. The childminder takes children on extremely exciting outings. They visit farms, parks, local woodlands and go on walks to the 'Gruffalo Trail'. This helps develop children's understanding of the

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

natural world and to take part in interesting physical challenges.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children are at the centre of this vibrant and fun setting. Their views and ideas are highly regarded and the childminder shows a very caring and nurturing approach towards them. She knows the children and their families extremely well. She has very high expectations and is an excellent role model for children. She has firmly established routines which help children use excellent manners and exemplary behaviour. They are kind to each other and enjoy being helpful. Children understand the safety rules for their play and follow excellent standards of hygiene practices.

p.3

Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children make rapid progress in all areas of learning. They are emotionally and physically well prepared for their move on to school. Children demonstrate excellent concentration skills during activities. Children listen attentively and lead conversations. Babies babble enthusiastically to express themselves and draw attention to what they are doing. Children relish reading books and thoroughly enjoy pretend play scenarios with finger puppets. Children demonstrate advanced mathematical awareness and show impressive problem- solving skills and excellent hand-to-eye coordination for their age. For instance, young children persevere to complete challenging puzzles and skilfully work out how to unlock doors and turn knobs.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY464348 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1066964 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 November 2013

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. She operates from Monday to Friday, from 7am to 6pm, all year round, apart from family holidays and bank holidays.

p.4

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.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5