Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 June 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 quality of teaching is good. The childminder's enthusiastic approach means that children are excited and keen to learn. She provides a wide range of opportunities to keep children engaged and to help them make very good progress in their learning and development.  Children thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder. They are happy and settled. The childminder provides a very welcoming and homely environment where they can play safely.  Children are extremely well supported in developing their social skills. For example, the childminder takes them on regular visits to playgroups, where they learn to take turns, share and to participate with others in group activities.  Parents say that the childminder is very welcoming, caring and approachable. Their written feedback demonstrates the high regard they have for her. The childminder keeps them fully informed about their children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of opportunities for professional development to improve her knowledge and good practice further.  The childminder does not gather sufficient information from parents about children's stage of development, to help her establish their starting points as accurately as possible at the earliest opportunity.

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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

 strengthen the plans for professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge and build on children's outcomes even further  expand the initial information gathered from parents about children's developmental stage, to help establish and more rapidly build on what they already know and can do from the earliest opportunity.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the areas used by the children.  The inspector observed the children interacting with the childminder.  The inspector discussed children's learning and development with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a very good understanding of her role in safeguarding children and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder supervises children well and carries out thorough risk assessments of her home. She effectively monitors children's progress to ensure that she is aware of any gaps they may have in their learning. The childminder shares information regularly with parents so they know how to support their children's ongoing learning and development at home. The childminder reflects on her practice well. She identifies clear targets for development. For example, she plans to enhance her garden to provide even greater learning experiences for children who prefer to learn outdoors.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes very good use of the dedicated playroom to provide an inviting and engaging learning environment. She is responsive to the children's interests and applies a flexible approach to planning. Children enjoy playing with the resources available to them. For example, they show good control as they place their trains on a track and are fascinated to watch them move along. Children's communication and language are supported well. The childminder continually talks to them, modelling language to support their vocabulary. Children enjoy talking about colours and delight in recognising numbers during their play. They demonstrate their creativity as they use a variety of art and craft materials. They are very proud of their pictures displayed on the playroom wall.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's home is welcoming and well organised. Children are familiar with routines and confidently make choices and express their views. They develop strong bonds with the childminder and show they feel safe and secure in her care. The childminder is a positive role model. She helps children to interact with others, developing their confidence, and supporting them to make future friendships. She teaches them how to keep themselves safe. For example, they talk about road safety as they walk to school. Children enjoy nutritious meals and gain a good understanding of where food comes from through activities, such as growing and picking strawberries to eat at snack time.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working securely within the stage of development expected for their age. They are beginning to count and identify numbers and colours and complete simple tasks, such as using the toilet independently and washing their hands. Children learn to be part of a group, understand rules and show respect for the feelings and choices of others. Children develop a love of books and enjoy listening to stories. They quickly gain the skills they need for their future learning and move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY498376 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1050089 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 13 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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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 and lives in Royston, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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