Childminder in Essex

Inspection date 19 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 provides a warm and nuturing environment. Children feel a secure sense of belonging which supports their emotional well-being effectively. n Partnerships with parents are a key strength. The childminder works closely with parents to gain information about children's care routines and individual abilities when they first start. Children's needs are well met. n The childminder plans activities that are challenging and age appropriate. Children are engaged and motivated and make good progress in their learning. n Children behave well, are polite and have consideration for others' feelings. They have a clear understanding of the childminder's expectations and she acts as a calm role model. n The childminder evaluates her practice regularly. She uses self-evaluation well to monitor her practice and identify areas to help improve outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, the childminder makes suggestions too quickly or directs children's play too much. She does not give children enough time to solve problems for themselves. n The childminder's professional development is not yet specifically focused on raising the quality of her teaching to an outstanding level.

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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 provide children with more opportunities to help them develop their thinking and problem- solving skills n build on plans for professional development to precisely identify ways to help raise the quality of teaching to an outstanding level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The childminder had a tour of the setting and viewed the areas used for childminding. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector evaluated a learning activity with the childminder and looked at children's assessment records and planning documentation. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection and checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members. n The inspector took account of parents' written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of how to recognise and respond to concerns about a child's welfare. She has a comprehensive range of policies and procedures which she shares with parents. This helps them to understand how the childminder keeps children safe in her care. The childminder risk assesses well and talks to children about their own safety. The childminder demonstrates a passion and commitment to the continual development of her setting. She evaluates all aspects of practice effectively to identify key strengths and areas for development. She values the contributions of parents, children and other professionals make to this process. The childminder updates her knowledge and skills to continually improve her practice. Parents comment very positively about the care and learning opportunities provided by the childminder.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of each child's interests and learning needs. She regularly observes and monitors the progress children make and plans effectively to extend their learning further. Overall, the childminder interacts with children in a positive manner. She supports children's communication and language development effectively. For example, she reads books to children, taking opportunities to teach them new vocabulary and encouraging them to experiment with sounds and repeat new descriptive words. She talks to the children about what they are doing, which helps them to make links between words and actions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment. Children demonstrate that they are settled and content in the childminder's care. For example, they chat happily with her about their family events. They respond easily to her and often ask her for a hug. The childminder supports children's personal, social and emotional development well. Her positive approach helps children to feel safe and secure and develop independence as they explore. She praises older children for being positive role models to the younger ones and helps them to learn about the differences between themselves and others. The childminder helps children to learn about foods that are good for them to raise their awareness of the importance of healthy eating. She provides timely and sensitive safety reminders that help children learn how to keep themselves and their peers safe.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and display a positive attitude to trying new things and learning new skills. Older children learn to write for a purpose and recognise some letters and sounds in their names. Younger children persevere as they make marks on paper with pencils and enjoy joining in with action songs. Children's early mathematical skills are developing. They learn about numbers, counting, shape and size in everyday activities. Children make good progress from their starting points. The skills they are gaining equip them well for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500202 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10067354 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 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Harlow. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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Registers

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