Childminder EY297773

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 November 2017 25 January 2017

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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

 The childminder has addressed the action and recommendations raised at her last inspection to achieve better outcomes for children. For example, she has improved the recording of children's hours of attendance to help keep them safe.  The childminder organises a wide range of meaningful outings to enhance children's learning experiences. For instance, when the childminder observed that children showed an interest in bugs and dinosaurs, she organised enjoyable trips to various places to stimulate their curiosity and enthusiasm. Children develop a very positive approach to learning.  Children are highly independent learners. They are very keen to do things for themselves and lead their play successfully. Children make good progress in their learning and development in relation to their starting points.  The childminder is vigilant in her supervision of children. For instance, she stays close by and teaches them to manage age-appropriate risks.

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This provision is good

 Parents report that they are happy with the service they and their children receive.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder has some knowledge of the two-year-old assessment report, she has not fully considered how to complete these effectively when the time comes.  The childminder has formed close partnerships with parents. However, the childminder has not considered how to involve parents more fully in their children's development to provide an even more consistent approach to their learning.

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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

 build on current knowledge of the two-year-old progress check to complete when the time comes, to fully identify any gaps in children's learning and to enhance their progress  encourage parents' involvement in their children's development so they can contribute more fully to ensure continuity of care and learning for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors. She interacted with children at appropriate times.  The inspector spoke to parents to obtain their views about the service they receive.  The inspector checked a sample of documents, including records relating to the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, safeguarding procedures and children's learning records.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she evaluates her provision and identifies areas for improvement.  The inspector carried out an evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder draws on her many years of experience to help keep children safe. She is confident to identify and report any safeguarding concerns to protect children's welfare. The childminder uses self-evaluation to reflect on what works well in her setting and to bring about positive changes. For example, she has increased children's early literacy skills by visiting the local library and displaying print in the environment. Children gain a good understanding of letters and the sounds they represent. In addition, she has reflected on the activities she provides to children to support them to achieve good outcomes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes and assesses children's learning well. She makes good use of the information gained from these to provide children with a wide variety of activities. For instance, when the childminder observed that children enjoyed role play, she planned a 'tea party' to develop their love for imaginary play. The childminder engaged with children successfully, which kept them highly motivated to learn. Children develop their language and listening skills effectively. They enjoy talking and listening to favourite stories. The childminder uses her strong teaching skills to help children think and solve problems. For example, when children faced problems during play, she gave them time to 'have a good think' to help them develop their ideas and find solutions. Children respond to challenges very well and show good levels of concentration.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very kind and gentle with children. She has formed positive relationships with children that support their strong emotional well-being. Children play confidently and enjoy exploring and trying new experiences. They learn about other people and their beliefs, for example, through activities and cultural events. The childminder supports children's healthy lifestyles actively. For instance, she follows well- established hygiene routines and takes children outdoors for fresh air and exercise. During the inspection, children enjoyed testing and improving their physical skills and had lots of fun cleaning a toy car in the garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

Overall, children learn important skills and make good progress. They behave very well. For instance, young children say 'thank you very much' without any prompts from the childminder to show their gratitude. They are respectful of their toys and show a good understanding of boundaries and expectations. Children develop their mathematical skills successfully. For example, they learn to count and use numbers spontaneously during play. Children learn a good range of skills that prepares them for their future learning, including their move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY297773 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 1107611 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 January 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The childminder currently works from 8am to 5pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, during term time only.

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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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