Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 December 2017 2 May 2014

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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

 Parents are happy with the service provided. They state that the childminder is warm, caring and professional. Parents say how reliable and accommodating the childminder is. They also comment that they have recommended her to other parents. Children talk about how they like to do puzzles when they come to the childminder's house.  Since her last inspection the childminder has worked hard to provide more opportunities for children to develop their understanding of similarities and differences. Children have fun learning about foods from different countries and looking at books that represent a wide range of different cultural backgrounds.  The childminder tracks children's progress. This helps her to recognise any areas where a child may need extra support. Gaps in learning are minimised and closed wherever possible.  The childminder seeks the views of parents through discussion and occasional questionnaires. This helps her to review her practice and inform future improvements

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This provision is good

to the service she provides.  Children have built strong bonds with the childminder. They enjoy taking part in a wide range of conversations with her and look to her for comfort when needed.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not targeted professional development opportunities to help her raise the quality of her teaching practice even higher.  The provider does not fully promote effective strategies to encourage parents to share information about their children's achievements at home.

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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

 strengthen plans for professional development opportunities to raise the quality of teaching practice even higher  extend the good communication with parents, exploring ways for them to share what they know about their children's learning and development at home.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living or working in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder understands the importance of completing regular safeguarding training. She knows the signs that could indicate concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder knows the procedures to follow should she need to make a child protection referral. She undertakes safety checks of her home and uses supervision to help her keep children safe. The childminder reduces hazards to children helping to protect their welfare. Safeguarding is effective. Parents are provided with daily written feedback about how their child has spent their day. They also have access to the childminder's policies.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes regular observations of the children she cares for. Young children develop physical skills. They show great interest in a word abacus and enjoy watching as they spin its wooden blocks around. Older children solve problems as they work out how to put puzzle pieces together. The childminder introduces mathematical language, such as 'bigger'. Children are encouraged to count how many wheels they can see in a picture. The childminder uses language, such as 'in front' and 'on top' in context. This helps to support and extend children's understanding. Children are able to competently follow a complex set of instructions. They look on the table for a puzzle piece with a yellow line on it. Young children are keen to explore their environment. They move around freely looking at and investigating toys that interest them. For example, they play with a battery-operated toy. They discover that when they press a button it makes

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy receiving praise and encouragement that helps to support their growing confidence and self-esteem. They have daily opportunities to spend time outdoors in the fresh air. Parents report that their children enjoy walks in the forest and trips out to the farm and soft play facilities. Children are encouraged to learn about healthy lifestyles. This includes hand washing at appropriate times, such as after using the toilet and before eating food. Children enjoy the nutritious meals and snacks provided by the childminder throughout the day. The childminder teaches children about staying safe. They know that they must 'press the button' before crossing the road. Children talk about 'waiting for the green man', so that they can cross safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show that they are enthusiastic and interested in learning through play. They are able to sustain focus as they explore the toys on offer. Older children's physical development is progressing well. They show good levels of control as they carefully place small items on a gingerbread house they are decorating. Children show an interest in mathematics and can identify shapes, such as a circle. Children are developing the important skills needed for their next stage in learning and eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY303688 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1087222 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Brentwood. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, 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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