Childminder in Brent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 February 2018 2 February 2015

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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 provides a welcoming home-from-home environment for children. She is kind and caring. Children build positive, trusting relationships with her and each other.  The childminder works successfully with parents to meet children's individual needs. Together they agree a settling-in procedure to help children feel emotionally secure. Children are happy and settled, and progress well.  The childminder promotes children's communication skills well. She introduces new vocabulary for younger children to hear and repeat. Older children engage in meaningful conversations as they confidently talk about their past experiences.  Children's physical well-being is promoted well. They enjoy playing in the childminder's garden and frequently visit local parks. Children learn about healthy eating and appropriate hygiene procedures through the daily activities and routines.  Children enjoy regular outings to the local community and playgroups. They benefit

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This provision is good

from the opportunity to mix with larger groups of children. Children learn about other people and the world around them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Systems used to monitor children's overall progress are not precise enough to identify less obvious gaps in their learning.  Information sharing with all other settings that also support children's learning needs does not always promote high levels of continuity and consistency for all children.

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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 tracking of children's progress to help identify less obvious gaps in their learning  embed information sharing with all other settings that children attend to better support continuity of learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during indoor and outdoor activities, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector viewed the areas of the home used by children.  The inspector looked at a sample of children's assessment records and planning, the childminder's policies and procedures, and a range of other documentation.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times through the inspection.  The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder makes sure she has an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of how to keep children safe from abuse and neglect. She is confident with her ability to follow relevant procedures and to record and report any child protection concerns. The childminder ensures that children play in a safe and secure environment. She visually checks her home, equipment and resources to ensure they are of good condition and suitable for the children in her care. An assistant is occasionally available to help with children's care if necessary. The childminder follows relevant processes to ensure the suitability of any individuals working with children, and that they understand their role. This promotes a safe environment for children. The childminder evaluates her practice and plans for continued development. She continues to complete training to update her knowledge and skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care well. She has a warm and natural rapport with children, who in turn respond well to her. Young children repeatedly say the childminder's name and show their delight when she joins them in their play. Children develop a keen interest in books and stories. They independently access books and listen carefully when the childminder reads to them. Children enjoy the childminder's use of props, such as puppets, and the way she uses her voice to capture their sustained interest and attention. She asks well-timed questions and encourages children to recall familiar words and phrases to extend their learning further. The childminder updates parents about the activities that their children take part in. Parents comment positively about the care and learning they receive and the progress their children make.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model. She helps children to understand the boundaries for good behaviour. The childminder teaches children to share and play cooperatively with each other during games and activities. Unprompted, children happily take it in turns with tricycles and scooters as they play outside in the garden. Children learn how to manage potential risks. For example, they learn how to use larger play equipment, such as the trampoline, safely. The childminder encourages children to be independent. For example, they help to tidy away toys before lunch. Children find and put on their own coats and shoes before playing outside.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and show positive attitudes to learning. They show a strong sense of belonging and feel safe. For example, they readily approach the childminder when needing reassurance. Children are sociable and enjoy playing together. They use their imaginations and mathematical skills during role play. Children pretend to be 'ice- cream' sellers and decide how many 'scoops' and how much these will 'cost'. Children develop good skills that prepare them well for their next stages in learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY298225 Local authority Brent Inspection number 1092173 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Harlesden, in the London Borough of Brent. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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