Childminder EY496456

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 January 2018 Not applicable

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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

 Children have developed a strong relationship with the childminder. She is very aware of their unique needs and children are well cared for. Children settle quickly and feel secure in her home.  The childminder offers a broad range of activities that provides the children with challenge. She is flexible in her approach to activities. She follows the children's interests and skilfully incorporates learning. Children are engaged and motivated to learn.  The childminder has high expectations of the children and what they can achieve. Children learn to become independent from a young age and make good progress.  Assessment of children's learning is thorough. The childminder has a sound knowledge of what the children can do and the next stage in their learning. She identifies gaps in learning and with the support of parents helps children to catch up quickly.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not share enough information on children's learning with all the other settings that they attend.  The childminder does not always provide children with enough opportunities to build on their understanding of hygiene practices and health care, particularly handwashing.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 ensure there is a written statement of procedures to be followed in the instance of a written complaint. 28/02/2018

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 enhance the communications with all other settings that children attend so that there is a shared approach to children's learning  build on children's growing understanding of sensible hygiene practices and how they contribute to their good health.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the setting.  The inspector looked at samples of children's records and other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback provided on the day.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder shows a strong desire to improve. Recent evaluation, taking into account the views of the parents, has seen her change her methods of assessment. Parents are now better informed on their child's development and there is a consistent approach to their learning. The childminder is committed to her own professional development. She has attended many training courses. Recent training has seen the enhancement of children's literacy skills and understanding of the world through introducing puppets to story time. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection and what she should do if she has concerns about a child in her care. She teaches children how to keep themselves safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a rich learning environment, indoors and outdoors. Children also benefit from trips to local parks and gardens to enhance their learning. The childminder makes her own resources tailored to the unique learning needs of the children. For example, she has made games to develop early mathematical skills, such as counting, number recognition and forming patterns. Methods of teaching are good. For example, the childminder encourages children to 'have a go' for themselves. When they cannot achieve what they set out to do she verbally guides them to help them reach their full potential. The childminder encourages children to problem solve and think critically. For example, she encourages children to work out the answer themselves by asking them questions. The childminder has good relationships with the parents. She frequently holds events and celebrations where parents are invited to join her and the children in her home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a calm nature and she is very reassuring towards the children. The children are happy and confident in her home. The childminder is a good role model. Children behave well and show respect towards the childminder and their peers. Children develop their social skills through games. For example, the children learn to share and take turns as they learn the rules of snap. The childminder builds the children's confidence through frequent praise and encouragement. Children learn to take care of their environment. For example, they tidy up together, working as a team. The childminder provides healthy home-cooked food for the children, supporting them to make healthy choices.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning. They are meeting the milestones typical for the age. Children leave the childminder well prepared for the next stage in their learning. They learn skills that help them become ready for school, such as dressing independently for outdoor play. Children are developing their early mathematical skills, such as sorting and ordering objects by size.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY496456 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1034377 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Watford, Hertfordshire. She operates from 8am 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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