Goddard Linda Margaret

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 June 2018 8 October 2014

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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 communicates effectively with parents. They feel well informed about the progress their children make. The childminder gathers information from them about what their child can do already and this supports children to make the expected levels of progress.  The childminder works in partnership well with other professionals, such as teachers at the local school. She shares information with them about children's learning and supports children's welfare. For example, she has daily discussions with the class teacher to ensure important messages are passed on to parents.  Children are settled and very confident in the childminder's care. They play alongside each other comfortably and include each other in the games they play.  The childminder shows a keen interest in developing her professional knowledge further and actively seeks out training opportunities to support all of the children in her care.

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This provision is good

 The childminder's teaching is good. She provides a wide range of opportunities for children to explore and develop the skills they need for the next stage in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always give children enough opportunities to talk about what they are doing and extend their 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

 build on existing opportunities for children to share their ideas and talk about what they are doing in more depth.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector was given a tour of the childminder's home indoors and outdoors and considered the suitability of the premises for childminding.  The inspector spoke to parents and read letters, taking their views into account.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at suitable points during the inspection.  The inspector and the childminder conducted a joint observation of an activity and considered the learning that took place.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including policies, training certificates and children's learning journals.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a wealth of experience and knowledge that she has gained throughout her well-established career. She uses this effectively to support children's learning and development. The childminder is highly reflective and has a range of policies in place to support the smooth running of her business. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows who to contact if she has concerns about the welfare of children. She assesses potential risks in her home and focuses on providing a safe and homely environment for the children in her care. Children form strong bonds with the childminder and she is well informed about their individual needs through her strong relationships with the families.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder acts as a good role model for the children. She interacts well with the children and supports their learning effectively. For example, she reads stories and talks about the pictures to support younger children's early language skills. The childminder makes regular observations and accurately assesses the children's progress. This supports her in setting the children achievable next steps in their learning. Children independently select from a wide variety of resources on offer. They enjoy opportunities that reflect their interests as they learn. Children learn about a range of festivals, such as Eid.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's personal care needs well. Children learn about the importance of hygiene. For example, they wash their hands thoroughly before they eat lunch. Behaviour in the setting is good and the childminder gently reminds children of the rules when required. Children understand the importance of keeping safe in the sun. For instance, children know they need to wear a hat as it is very hot and sunny. The childminder uses positive praise to support children's motivation and to encourage them to persevere at their chosen activities. The childminder encourages children to talk about their feelings. She supports them through imaginative resources, such as the postbox of kindness, where children post notes to celebrate the kind things their friends do.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make the expected levels of progress and they are well prepared for moving on to school. They are confident learners and remain focused and motivated as they learn. Children enjoy exploring different textures and use their imagination. For instance, they pretend to make dinner, using the play kitchen. They listen to birds and watch the windmills turn in the garden which helps them to learn more about the world around them. Younger children practise climbing up and down steps safely. Children develop their mathematical language as they play. For example, they talk about the triangles they see while they stack the large soft shapes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 129467 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1103009 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 5.15pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She receives funding to provide free early years education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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