Childminder EY462799

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 June 2018 5 September 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

 The childminder has made good improvements since the last inspection, which have had a positive impact on children's outcomes. For example, she consults with parents about children's early experiences and has increased the ways she communicates with them. Parents report that they are very well informed about their children's development.  The childminder helps children to make good progress given their starting points. For example, she incorporates numbers and counting skilfully during activities and spontaneous play. Children learn to count from one to 10 successfully.  The childminder interacts positively with the children to help them feel emotionally safe and secure. Children play well together and often share laughter with the childminder and their friends.  The childminder forms close links with schools children attend, to provide continuity for their care and education.  The childminder provides children with good opportunities to take manageable risks

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This provision is good

and learn about road safety. Children gain confidence in their own abilities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder is too quick to offer solutions to the problems children face during play.  The childminder has not fully considered how to organise group activities as effectively as possible, to support effectively the development of children's thoughts and ideas.

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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 use of opportunities to help develop children's problem-solving skills to challenge them fully in their learning  organise group activities more effectively to support children fully to develop their own thoughts and ideas.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and accompanied them on their walk to school. She interacted with children at appropriate times.  The inspector read written feedback from parents.  The inspector checked a sample of documents, including records relating to the suitability of the childminder and her qualifications, safeguarding procedures and children's learning records.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she evaluates her provision and identifies areas for improvement.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows the signs that would give her concerns about a child's welfare and the procedures to follow. She knows the changes she must notify to Ofsted, including when working with another adult. The childminder follows rigorous checks to help ensure the suitability of her assistant. She and her assistant update their skills and knowledge to help improve their teaching practice. For example, the childminder has completed training about phonics to support children's early literacy skills. The childminder works with her assistant well to help evaluate the quality of the provision. Parents find that the childminder has a warm and caring approach. They praise the range of activities on offer, including outings that motivate their children to learn.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes and monitors children's progress regularly and uses her findings to plan for children's individual needs effectively. She adapts her teaching well to support children from different age groups. For example, during a cooking activity, she gives children challenging tasks that are appropriate for their age and abilities. Younger and older children show good levels of concentration as they explore and prepare a variety of fruit for their salad. Children develop their understanding of mathematical ideas successfully. For instance, they enjoy comparing the weights and sizes of different fruit and vegetables. The childminder develops children's language skills well. For example, she talks to children as they play and reads lots of age-appropriate books with them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have lots of fun with the childminder and spend their time purposefully. They are keen to take part in different activities and initiate their own play. For example, children delight in exploring water and engage in role-play scenarios. Others use their imagination and creativity to make three-dimensional shapes using play straws. The childminder puts a strong emphasis on supporting children's social and physical skills. For instance, she plans regular walks and outings to different places of interest. Children develop a good understanding of people and the world around them. The childminder supervises children effectively, which supports their safety and welfare.

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Outcomes for children are good

Overall, children learn the important skills that they need for the next steps in their learning and in readiness for school. They develop independence in everyday routines. For example, younger children learn to feed themselves and older children take responsibility for their personal care needs. Children enjoy practising their early drawing and writing skills. They behave well. Children are kind and help each other willingly. They form strong friendships and show respect to others and their environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462799 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 1114433 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 September 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in the London Borough of Richmond-upon- Thames. She offers her service from 7.30am until 6.30pm on Monday to Friday, except bank holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She is in receipt of funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder works with an assistant regularly.

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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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