Childminder EY536090

Inspection date 24 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 has worked very hard to successfully develop her provision. She is well organised and committed to providing a safe environment where children can play and learn. Children thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder. n The quality of teaching is consistently good. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of each child's level of development and what they enjoy. She regularly observes children during activities and is aware of the good progress they are making. n The childminder has created a welcoming and stimulating learning environment for children, indoors and outdoors. She helps children to become active learners. They initiate their own play and follow their own interests. n The childminder provides lots of praise and encouragement, so that children feel good about themselves. This supports their self-confidence and self-esteem. n Children are confident talkers. The childminder skilfully supports children whose home

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The provision is good

language is not English to make rapid progress in their communication and language skills. n Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills and get plenty of fresh air. They love to play in the childminder's garden, go on nature walks and enjoy outings to parks where they can run, balance and climb.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder has not fully explored all ways to encourage parents to share their knowledge of their children's learning at home.

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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 build on the systems in place to encourage parents to share their knowledge of their children's learning at home to further enhance their learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she were to have concerns about a child's welfare. She regularly reviews her safeguarding knowledge and is up to date with current legislation. She places a strong emphasis on children's safety and carries out risk assessments, which help her identify and minimise any hazards to children. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively and closes any gaps in their learning. She uses self-evaluation well to reflect on her practice. Parents say that their children enjoy spending time with the childminder and they are very well cared for.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding about how children learn. Each child has a delightful learning journey book, which shows their progress through annotated photographs. Children develop early mathematical skills for counting, shape and size during activities. For example, they enjoy using cutters to make shapes with the play dough. The childminder joins in with children's play and skilfully supports their imagination. Children develop good hand-to-eye coordination. The childminder supports them to use scissors when cutting pieces of wool for their self-portraits. Children develop a keen interest in literacy. They are developing a love of books and have favourite stories. Older children enjoy board games and craft activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children play in a very welcoming, inclusive environment. They show a real sense of belonging. The childminder is a positive role model for the children. She is kind to them and attentive to their needs. The childminder provides children with healthy and nutritious meals and snacks and supports their love of being outdoors. They often walk to the local parks and woods. Older children enjoy their weekly disco sessions. Children develop an understanding of how to keep themselves safe. They learn how to walk safely on the daily walk to school. Children are encouraged to be independent from a young age. For example, they set the table, feed themselves and independently wipe their face and hands after eating their lunch. They learn about different cultures and festivals around the world, helping them to respect and tolerate differences.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They develop the skills and knowledge needed to help prepare them for the next stage in their learning, including their move on to nursery or school. They make decisions about their play, learn to manage their own personal care needs and quickly become independent. They concentrate as they complete puzzles and look at books for pleasure. Young children show an interest in technological toys, such as the cash till and play oven. They practise early writing skills as they make marks with pens, pencils and chalks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536090 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10067437 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 3 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder was registered in 2016 and lives in Watford. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early years education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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