Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder EY462424
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- Inspection date verified
27 Jun 2018
- Inspectors verified
Gwendolyn Andrews
- Early years verified
Good
- Leadership and management verified
Outstanding
- Outcomes verified
Outstanding
- Overall effectiveness verified
Outstanding
- Personal development, behaviour and welfare verified
Outstanding
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Teaching, learning and assessment verified
Outstanding
- Name on report verified
Childminder Report
- URN verified
EY462424
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- OverallOutstanding
- Early yearsGood
- Leadership and managementOutstanding
- OutcomesOutstanding
- Personal development, behaviour and welfareOutstanding
- Teaching, learning and assessmentOutstanding
11% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Outstanding (17,905 inspections).
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In line with other reports of this type graded Outstanding.
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- Her inspirational teaching provides children with outstanding opportunities in all areas of their learning and this has had a positive impact on their progress. p.1
- She uses the process of self- evaluation exceptionally well to continuously improve all areas of her provision to maintain outstanding levels. p.1
- The childminder provides excellent care for children. p.1
- For instance, she is prioritising further development of the already excellent learning opportunities that children have outdoors to help them make significant progress in all areas of their learning. p.3
- The childminder displays an exceptional understanding on how to identify potential areas and signs of abuse and of the reporting procedures she would use to protect a child's welfare. p.3
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No strong criticism found.
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 690
- about usual (typical 679)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 41, typical 42
- Average sentence
- 16 words
- Next steps
- 1
- typical 1
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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Inspection date
Previous inspection date 27 June 2018 18 November 2013
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This inspection: Outstanding 1
Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1
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This inspection: Outstanding 1
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1
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This inspection: Outstanding 1
Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1
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This provision is outstanding
The childminder provides excellent care for children. She uses the process of self- evaluation exceptionally well to continuously improve all areas of her provision to maintain outstanding levels. She successfully captures and values the views and comments of children and parents. Children make extremely good progress. The childminder uses an in-depth observation and tracking system to precisely monitor children's development. She can swiftly identify potential gaps in children's learning and she thoughtfully plans for their future learning. Partnerships with parents are very well established and they are fully involved in all aspects of their children's development. Parents comment on the highly stimulating opportunities that the childminder provides and the importance she places on helping their children become excited and highly inquisitive learners. The childminder shows a commendable commitment to continuously extending her own
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This provision is outstanding
professional development and knowledge. Her inspirational teaching provides children with outstanding opportunities in all areas of their learning and this has had a positive impact on their progress. Children display a secure sense of belonging and loving bonds with the childminder. They thrive under the constant praise they receive for their achievements and this helps them to build high levels of self-esteem and confidence.
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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
enhance the already excellent opportunities for children outdoors to help them build a deeper understanding in all areas of their learning even further.
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Inspection activities
The inspector sampled a range of documents, including suitability checks, qualification certificates, policies and procedures and children's developmental records. The inspector observed the interaction of the childminder and the children indoors and outdoors and the impact this has on their learning and development. The inspector viewed the comments left by parents as part of the inspection and how partnerships are prioritised with them. The inspector held discussions with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. The inspector also spoke with the childminder about her use of self-evaluation and how she plans for her professional development. The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of how she safeguards children in her care and her reporting procedures. The inspector had a tour of the areas of the home used for childminding.
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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding
The childminder displays an admirable attitude towards her role and responsibilities. She is completely dedicated towards her provision of care and how she can constantly strive to improve on the outcomes for children. For instance, she is prioritising further development of the already excellent learning opportunities that children have outdoors to help them make significant progress in all areas of their learning. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder displays an exceptional understanding on how to identify potential areas and signs of abuse and of the reporting procedures she would use to protect a child's welfare. Children's safety is of the utmost importance and the use of risk assessment is robust and used extremely well to minimise harm in all environments. The childminder has been driven in implementing the recommendation from her last inspection. For example, children have an abundance of opportunities to explore with their senses and use many
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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding
The childminder has first-rate partnerships with other professionals to share information to help children excel in their future learning. She is meticulous in how she plans to help children gain an early awareness of mathematics and to evolve their small-muscle skills. For instance, children count as they expertly use the tweezers to move the coloured pompoms to the various sized containers. The childminder helps children to become enthusiastic and enthralled in their learning. For example, during music time, they show an increased understanding of listening intently to instructions and copying actions as they dance to their favourite songs. The childminder helps children develop a genuine love of books and increase their communication skills. For instance, they become immersed in stories as they use the finger puppets to re-enact scenes.
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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding
Children behave exceptionally well. They display a mature understanding of respecting others and patiently wait for their turn when playing and sharing toys. The childminder has a meaningful approach towards helping children to learn about diversity in the world around them. She helps children to gain an early understanding of the differences and similarities in themselves and others. For example, children play with an array of thought- provoking resources that reflect unfamiliar cultures, religions and disabilities. They go on many outings to investigate and absorb the essence of their immediate community.
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Outcomes for children are outstanding
Children make extremely good progress from their starting points. They eagerly fully engage in their learning and build on their thinking skills and questioning. For instance, as they mix sand and foam together, they enter into meaningful and rich conversations as they discuss the various textures. Children are very independent and show a shrewd understanding and determination in completing tasks by themselves. They are developing a strong set of skills that they require for the next stage in their learning.
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Setting details
Unique reference number EY462424 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 1063519 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5
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Name of registered person
Date of previous inspection 18 November 2013
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Telephone number
The childminder lives in Sunbury-On- Thames, Surrey. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.
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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
procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.
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Telephone number
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Telephone number
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Telephone number
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