Childminder 202439

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2018 24 August 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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

 Babies and children form close bonds with the childminder and they settle well into her care. The childminder offers children a good range of choice in the play equipment that she provides and they make good progress in their learning. Children know where to find their favourite toys and they develop a sense of belonging in the setting.  The childminder completes accurate assessments of children's development, helping her to identify if there are any gaps in their learning. She works closely in partnership with parents and discusses their children's progress with them regularly.  The childminder has improved her knowledge and understanding of the progress check for children aged between two and three years. She shares information gained from this assessment with parents and other professionals involved in children's care.  The childminder reflects on her practice and the resources she provides. She takes

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This provision is good

account of the views of parents when planning to make improvements to her setting.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not pursued her own professional development fully to enhance her skills even further.  The childminder does not provide children with a wide range of experiences that promotes their understanding of people, families and communities beyond their own experience.

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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

 seek a wide range of professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge to the highest level  increase opportunities for children to learn more about people, families and communities beyond their own experience to give them a greater understanding of the world.

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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 a meeting 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 written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has improved her practice since her last inspection. She has welcomed support from her local authority and feels that this has helped her to understand the requirements more fully. The childminder has updated her policies and has undertaken training in child protection. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibilities to protect the children in her care and how to report any concerns about their well-being. She understands how to use risk assessments to reduce hazards and maintain children's safety. For example, she has thoroughly assessed the risks in the planned refurbishments to her garden and children play under close supervision. The childminder is currently in the process of registering her daughter as an assistant to help her in the setting.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder monitors the development of the children in her care and supports them to achieve to the best of their ability. She plans appropriate activities to meet individual children's needs and the next steps in their development. The childminder obtains permission from parents to share information about children's learning with other settings they attend. This helps her to ensure continuity and consistency in children's learning between both settings and home. Babies and young children enjoy their time in the setting. The childminder supports children's developing communication and language skills and helps to broaden their vocabulary. For example, she sings to children and reads them stories. The childminder listens to babies' babbling and responds each time using clear pronunciation.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Babies and young children are content. They gain confidence in their physical skills, such as when they pull themselves up on the furniture and take their first steps. The childminder praises children's achievements and encourages them to test their skills further. The childminder provides resources and activities that support children's interests. For example, she provides a good variety of musical instruments for children who enjoy making sounds, such as xylophones and tambourines. Children behave well in the setting and the childminder supports them to become independent. They learn to manage their own personal care and do things for themselves. Babies and children have daily access to fresh air and exercise and enjoy a healthy balanced diet.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children learn about mathematical concepts and problem solving. They enjoy taking out and replacing the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. Children learn to count and recognise numbers and shapes. They find out how things work as they press buttons on electronic toys. Children enjoy watching the flashing lights and listening to the sounds they make. They enjoy looking at books and listening to stories. Children make good progress in their learning in readiness for future learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 202439 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1114424 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 August 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Wickford, Essex. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am 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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