Childminder EY346480

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 December 2017 5 December 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

 The childminder knows the children in her care well. She understands how children learn and develop, providing high-quality learning experiences that reflect children's interests and individual learning needs to help them progress well. All children make good progress and acquire key skills for their next stage in learning.  The childminder nurtures children emotional well-being very well and they thrive in the welcoming, homely atmosphere. Children build strong attachments to the childminder and friendships with each other. The childminder provides frequent praise and encouragement, to help children recognise their effort and achievements.  The childminder has established good relationships with parents. They regularly exchange information about children's learning and progress. In addition, she has good links with the local pre-school and is committed to working with them to provide continuity of care and learning for children who attend more than one setting.

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This provision is good

 Children develop good social skills. They attend local groups with the childminder, where they interact with other adults and children. The childminder is a good role model and demonstrates warmth and kindness. She helps children to understand their strong feelings and emotions, behave well, be polite and to take turns during their play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children who prefer to be outdoors do not always have access to rich and stimulating experiences that fully extend their learning.  Children's growing awareness of keeping healthy is not consistently reinforced through daily personal-hygiene routines.

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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

 enrich the opportunities for children to enjoy learning outdoors, offering a wider range of experiences to help them follow their interests  reinforce children's growing awareness of the importance of good-hygiene practices more consistently.

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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 spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. She evaluated a focused activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and children's records. She discussed the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to providing good-quality care and learning experiences. She is proactive in seeking ways to ensure that she follows current guidelines and provide children with exciting ways to learn. She evaluates her practice regularly and identifies areas that she would like to change to maintain high levels of provision. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the possible signs of abuse and understands the wider issues surrounding child protection. She supervises children well and makes daily checks of the areas used by children to ensure that they are kept safe. Clear policies, which are shared with parents, underpin her good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the age group she is working with. She monitors children's progress effectively, clearly identifying their next steps in learning and planning activities that help to build on their knowledge and skills. She joins in children's play with enthusiasm to promote their enjoyment and motivation to learn. Children happily engage in building using boxes, and squeal with excitement as they knock these over. The childminder listens to children and responds to their thoughts and ideas, encouraging them to think and solve problems. She skilfully threads mathematical concepts of size, shape and height in to children's play. Children develop good hand-to-eye coordination as they build and handle tools, such as scissors, with control. The childminder continually builds children's communication skills as she engages them in conversation and uses a variety of words to add to their increasing vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and relaxed in the care of the childminder. They freely choose from the toys available, effectively supporting their independence and sense of belonging. The childminder is very attentive to the children. She swiftly responds to the subtle changes in children's moods, such as offering a cuddle when children are quiet. She provides healthy snacks and children's packed lunches when they say they are getting hungry. Children learn about their local community during outings, such as to the park. They learn to manage risks and understand the simple rules in place for their safety.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in relation to the typical range of development expected for their age. The childminder is embedding the foundations for learning that will enable children to be successful learners in their eventual move on to school. For example, they are unafraid to 'have a go' when they find something challenging and are proud of their achievements. Children are confident communicators who are able to share their thoughts and ideas. They confidently make decisions about what they would like to do and engage in concentrated play. Children show a keen interest in books and listen attentively while the childminder reads. They competently count, recognise colours and shapes. Children show their increasing confidence in using everyday technology.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY346480 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1104575 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 December 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Colchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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