Childminder in Barnet

Inspection date 15 August 2018 Previous inspection date 16 November 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder maintains a rigorous programme of professional development. She uses this to develop her practice and make positive changes within her setting to help improve outcomes for children. n Children have established strong bonds with the childminder. She is kind, caring and sensitive to their emotional needs. Children are happy and secure in the childminder's care. n The childminder demonstrates good teaching skills. She effectively uses a wide and varied range of resources to extend children's learning. n Children benefit from regular trips to places such as the park and the local children's centre. This helps children develop their social skills and learn about the community around them. n Children make good steady progress from their starting points.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, feedback from parents regarding the quality of the setting is limited and does not allow the childminder enough information to reflect rigorously enough on her practice. n The childminder supports children's language development well; however, very occasionally she misses opportunities to build on younger children's communication skills.

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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

n extend the already good relationship with parents to encourage them to assist more in evaluating the setting and share more information about children's learning at home n build on younger children's language development more consistently.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact on children. n The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder. They discussed children's learning, assessment and planning. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and the suitability of those living on the premises. n The inspector reviewed written documentation from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and knows how to report any concerns. She supervises children extremely well to help to ensure their safety and well-being. Furthermore, the childminder carries out stringent risk assessments in the home and when on outings. The childminder fosters good links with other childminders, sharing ideas and good practice. The childminder evaluates the quality of her setting and makes improvements that benefit children. She seeks the views of parents to improve her provision. The childminder has a strong partnership with parents and they speak highly of her.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes regular, precise assessments of children's learning and uses these effectively to monitor and plan for children's next stage of development. She keeps parents up to date with their child's development. The childminder engages well with children. She plans activities that stimulate and motivate them to learn. Children are excited and eager to join in with the activities and the play resources that are available to them. They show good dexterity as they roll and squeeze paint onto paper, which helps to support their early writing skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder creates a safe, secure and inviting environment, which helps children to settle quickly, grow in confidence and form positive relationships. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder offers clear and consistent reminders about what is expected. She teaches children to understand safe practices. For example, when picking blackberries, they talk about the sharp prickles. Children develop an awareness of a healthy lifestyle. They have plentiful opportunities for fresh air and exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the skills they need for their next stage in learning. They are curious, keen to explore and eager to learn new skills. They are encouraged to share, take turns and listen to others. Children show they are developing in their independence. They make choices about what they want to do and they are beginning to manage some of their own care needs with support.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 147256 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10060086 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 16 November 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Whetstone in the London Borough of Barnet. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3.

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Registers

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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