Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 December 2017 10 August 2017

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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 met the requirements from her previous inspection. For example, she understands the need to inform Ofsted of household members over the age of 16 years. She has also undertaken training to gain information and knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty guidance to help her keep children safe.  The childminder works in partnership with parents and obtains information about children's abilities when they join her setting. She shares information about children's achievements with other settings that children attend to aid continuity in learning.  Children form close attachments to the childminder and this helps them to feel a sense of belonging and security. The childminder sets consistent boundaries to promote positive behaviour and this helps children to feel safe.  Children make progress in their learning. The childminder reflects on her practice and the activities she provides. She takes account of the views of parents and children

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This provision is good

when evaluating her practice and planning to make improvements to her setting.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder observes children and broadly identifies what they need to learn next. However, she does not use this information precisely enough to help children make the best possible progress.  The childminder does not focus on her professional development sharply enough to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level.

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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

 develop further the ongoing assessment methods to plan more precisely for what children need to learn next and help them make the very best possible progress  establish a targeted programme of professional development to continually develop knowledge and skills and raise the quality of teaching to outstanding.

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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 held a meeting with the childminder and spoke to children.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as children's records, suitability and qualifications and policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading their written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has updated her knowledge of child protection and has good systems to monitor children's well-being. She has a good understanding of the signs that could indicate if a child is at risk of harm and knows how to report any concerns. The childminder understands how to use risk assessments to reduce hazards and maintain children's safety in her home and on outings. The childminder manages her setting effectively. She keeps her mandatory training up to date, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding. This helps to ensure that children stay safe. The childminder monitors children's development. She quickly notices if there are any gaps in their learning and takes steps to support their progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder playfully supports children's growing understanding of the world around them. For example, she pretends to be a hospital casualty as children use good quality play equipment to take her blood pressure and temperature. This helps to teach children about being nurturing and caring. The childminder provides opportunities for children to practise their hand-to-eye coordination skills through creative activities. For instance, children concentrate hard as they peel the backing from stickers and learn to use tools and equipment safely. Children learn mathematical skills as they sort stickers into piles and match them by colour and shape. The childminder maintains a strong focus on promoting children's communication and language skills. She uses repetition and skilful questioning to encourage children to speak and increases their vocabulary by teaching them words relating to their play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are independent and learn to do things for themselves. The childminder knows what children like and takes full advantage of this to extend their learning. For example, children enjoy making a tea party for their toys. The childminder asks them about the food their toys enjoy, such as apples for the horses. She teaches children about the value of the food represented in the picnic and how it promotes good health. She provides equipment for cutting and pouring to help promote children's physical development. The childminder ensures children go out every day for exercise and to explore the natural environment. Children learn about different cultures and communities. They socialise in groups and learn to share and take turns. Children learn to tidy their toys and be polite and respectful to others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and are confident and active learners. They learn about real life situations through engaging in imaginative play and are inquisitive and enquiring. For example, they pretend to be hairdressers and nurses. They enjoy playing with electronic toys and finding out how they work. Children learn to count in sequence. They learn about letters and sounds. They make choices and lead their own play and are well prepared for future learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490568 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1111933 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 August 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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