Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 January 2018 10 March 2015

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 Children's personal, social and emotional development is good. Effective settling-in procedures successfully match the needs of each child. The childminder supports children's well-being effectively between home and her setting.  The childminder knows how children learn. She gains detailed information from parents, observes children as they play to plan activities that ignite children's interests, and motivates them to learn. Children make good progress in their learning.  The childminder sees children as unique individuals and treats them equally. They seek comfort and reassurance from her and are keen to include her in their play. Children show that they feel safe and secure in the childminder's care.  Children play and learn in a secure and safe environment. For example, the childminder keeps all external doors locked and supervises children at all times.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use the information she gains from training to full effect, to raise the quality of teaching and children's learning even further.  The childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to develop children's concentration and thinking skills.

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

 make full use of the information gained from training to raise the quality of teaching and children's learning even further  make the most of all opportunities to develop children's concentration and thinking skills.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding. She observed activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact these have on children's learning.  The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of suitability of all persons living and working on the premises. She checked the qualifications of the childminder and her assistant.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to protect children from harm. She shows a clear understanding of the procedures to follow should she be concerned about the welfare of a child in her care. The childminder checks the environment indoors and outdoors and removes any hazards. She supports children's safety and well-being effectively. The childminder monitors the ongoing progress that children make and shares this information well with parents. She works well to involve parents in their children's learning. The childminder seeks the views of parents and attends training as part of her self-evaluation. She has a good overview of her assistant's practice and ensures that he attends the required training. This helps to ensure that children benefit from good care and learning experiences.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows what children can do and what they need to learn next. She plans a good balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities to help support children's learning. Children are motivated to learn as they explore the environment freely, make choices, and initiate their own play. They have many opportunities to be imaginative and creative. For example, during role play, they enjoy making, serving and eating pretend food. The childminder skilfully joins in their play. She provides narrative, asks questions and links actions to words. The childminder sensitively repeats what children say. This helps to extend their vocabulary and encourages children to use the correct pronunciation.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming and nurturing environment. Children have built strong attachments with the childminder and they fondly refer to her as 'aunty'. The childminder is kind, caring and responsive to children's needs and wants. She follows children's care routines well. The childminder frequently praises children's positive behaviour and celebrates their achievements. Children learn to share, take turns and use good manners. This helps to build their self-esteem and confidence. They enjoy playing outside in the childminder's well-resourced garden and regularly go on outings with her. They enjoy using large play equipment to develop their physical skills. Children have many opportunities for exercise and fresh air. Through activities and discussion, children develop an appreciation and respect for others from different cultures and backgrounds.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the key skills that they need in readiness for their eventual move to school. They are confident, inquisitive and self-assured. Children are emotionally very secure. They have good communication and language skills. Children effectively share their ideas with the childminder. They attempt simple tasks with confidence and manage some aspects of their personal care needs independently. They see lots of print in their environment and listen to the childminder read. Children develop good literacy skills.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY310261 Local authority Hillingdon Inspection number 1092385 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 March 2015

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She operates Monday to Friday from 7am to 7.30pm all year round, except bank holidays and family holidays. She occasionally works with an assistant.

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