Childminder EY498474

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 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 is kind and caring, and a good role model to the children in her care. They form close and affectionate attachments with her and this helps them to feel safe and secure. Children know where to find their favourite toys and they gain a sense of belonging in the setting.  Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder provides enjoyable and stimulating activities to suit their age and abilities. Children learn to be independent and manage their personal care needs well. Their behaviour is good and they learn to take turns and share with each other.  The childminder forms good partnerships with parents and exchanges information with them about their children's development and learning. She carries out a progress check at age two and shares this with parents and other professionals. This helps to support children's development at home and in the setting.  The childminder evaluates her activities, her practice and the service she provides. She

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This provision is good

asks parents to complete questionnaires to give her feedback on her provision. She takes account of their views to make changes and improvements to her setting.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully explored ways to extend children's understanding of differences and similarities in people and communities.  The childminder does not provide extensive opportunities for children to experience technology and learn how things work.

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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

 explore further ways to enhance children's appreciation of differences and similarities in people and communities, and broaden their understanding of the world  increase opportunities for children to explore how things work and build on their curiosity and interests in everyday technology.

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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 held discussions with the childminder and spoke to children.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as children's records, suitability and qualifications, attendance records, and policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading their written comments and feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures. She ensures that she has up-to-date contact details readily available should she have a concern. The childminder is fully aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She ensures her knowledge is up to date. For example, she has renewed her safeguarding training and reviewed her policy. She conducts daily risk assessments of her premises and outdoor areas to help keep children safe. Her premises are secure and she carries out fire evacuation procedures with the children so they know what to do if an emergency occurs. The childminder is keen to continue her own professional development and undertakes appropriate and relevant training regularly.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes and assesses children's learning and accurately identifies the next steps in their development. She uses efficient systems to monitor children's progress and has high expectations of what children can achieve. Children are talkative and enthusiastic in their play and learning. The childminder provides a language-rich environment that encourages children to learn. For example, she talks to them all the time, asking them questions and listening to their responses. Children enjoy choosing books for the childminder to read to them and they participate fully, turning the pages and talking about the story. Young children concentrate well during activities. For example, they take their time and are very careful with their painting and sticking. They enjoy being creative and talk to the childminder about the new colours they make when they mix paint.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are imaginative and particularly enjoy role play. They talk to each other as they pretend to be doctors and patients, imitating things that happen in the real world. The childminder joins in with their play and extends their learning. For example, she brings in other resources and teaches them how to make a pot of tea. The childminder provides children with a balanced and healthy diet. Activities, such as growing fruit and vegetables in the garden, help to support this further. Children learn to explore and care for their environment. For example, they plant wild flowers and search for bugs in a bug hotel.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and are ready for future learning and school. For example, they practise holding brushes and pencils in readiness for early writing. They learn about letters and the sounds they represent. Children enjoy looking at books, particularly about animals. For example, they draw a cow and count its legs. They are creative and proudly parade their achievements. They are helpful to others and tidy away their toys. Children are physically able and enjoy climbing in the garden and the park.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY498474 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1044874 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Kelvedon Hatch, in Brentwood, Essex. The childminder operates on Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year round, 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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