Childminder EY494997

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 April 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

 The childminder observes, assesses and monitors children's learning effectively. Plans for development are well focused and support children's achievements. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder provides an inviting learning environment for children. They thoroughly enjoy taking part in all the interesting activities on offer. The childminder supports children's imagination and creativity particularly well.  The childminder creates a warm and friendly environment. Children settle smoothly into her care and develop confidence and self-awareness quickly.  The childminder uses effective strategies to promote positive behaviour and raise children's self-esteem. She gives children clear, consistent guidance and gentle reminders about her expectations for their behaviour.  Through effective self-evaluation processes, the childminder closely monitors her provision and areas for development. This helps to maintain consistently good

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed her questioning techniques to provide the best opportunities for children to think critically and solve problems.  At times, the childminder does not give children clear messages about why it is important to follow a healthy diet.

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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

 make more effective use of opportunities and questioning techniques to further develop children's critical-thinking skills  make better use of opportunities to give children clear messages about the benefits of a healthy diet.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records, policies and procedures with the childminder, including evidence of the suitability of all adults living in the household.  The inspector spoke to the children during the inspection.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her self-evaluation processes.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a very secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues. She is alert to any signs that would lead to child protection concerns. She is aware of the reporting procedures to follow in the event of any such concerns. Rigorous risk assessments are completed to help to ensure that children are kept safe from harm. The childminder shares her policies and procedures with parents. She regularly tracks children's progress and identifies any emerging gaps in their development. She discusses her findings with parents and with other professionals, such as teachers at nurseries that children attend. These strong partnerships help to promote continuity in children's learning. The childminder networks effectively with other professionals. This provides opportunities to share good practice and keep up to date with any changes in requirements.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children concentrate for long periods and are eager to complete tasks. For example, they persevere as they make shapes with moulding sand to make castles. The childminder talks to the children about the shapes they are using, helping them to learn about a triangle, circle and square. They compare the sizes of the shapes to identify the largest from the smallest and count from one to six as they knock them down one by one. The childminder is a great playmate for the children. Children squeal with delight as they chase footballs with her and play 'chase' in the large, very well-resourced garden. Children learn about sounds and the letters they represent. For example, the childminder encourages them to sound out 'S' for 'Snake'.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children benefit from many opportunities to learn about how to keep themselves safe. The childminder reminds them about safety rules and provides clear explanations about these, for example, while climbing on the large equipment in the garden. Children also learn about keeping safe in hot weather. They access water independently and the childminder ensures they put on sun cream. Children learn about their local community and those who live in it. They regularly visit the library, the park and attend toddler groups. This helps to develop their social skills and understanding of the world in which they live. The childminder serves healthy snacks and meals and children are reminded to keep hydrated during hot weather.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and are working comfortably in all areas of development typical for their age. They are active and interested learners, confident to try new experiences and follow their own ideas. Children gain key skills and positive attitudes to support the next stage in their learning and the eventual move to school. They are independent and show a strong interest to do things for themselves. For example, they pour their own drinks at snack time and put on their hats and shoes to play outside.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494997 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 1031463 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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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. She operates on Monday to Friday all year round, from 8am to 6pm. The childminder holds a relevant early years 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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Telephone number

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