Childminder EY494321

Inspection date 11 October 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 is very experienced in looking after children. She adapts activities and outings to reflect children's emerging interests and stage of development. This helps them to make good progress in their learning and development. n The childminder provides a welcoming and homely environment where children can play safely. Children are happy and settled, they clearly enjoy spending time with the childminder. She gets to know the children and their families well. n Parents make positive comments about the childminder and are very happy with the care and education she provides. The childminder keeps them well informed of children's daily activities and their ongoing progress. n Children enjoy healthy meals, rest when they need to and join in with physical activities. The childminder helps children to understand the importance of following good hygiene routines and eating a varied diet. n Children have opportunities to socialise with other adults and children. For example,

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The provision is good

they enjoy their weekly visit to a music group where they learn to participate with others in group activities. They enjoy singing and dancing to familiar songs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not always make the best use of the outdoor areas to encourage children to spend time outdoors throughout the year. n The childminder does not always make the most of ongoing training opportunities to update her already good knowledge and teaching 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 develop the use of the outdoor area to incorporate additional learning experiences for all children throughout the year n extend the use of further training opportunities to strengthen existing knowledge and teaching skills.

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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 a number of 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 childminder has worked hard since her registration to successfully develop her provision. She regularly meets up with other childminders to share good practice. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role in safeguarding children and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. She is aware of her duty to prevent children from being drawn into extreme views and teaches them to have respect for each other. All adults living and working on the premises are suitably vetted. The childminder completes thorough risk assessments and daily checks of the premises to ensure that they are safe and suitable for children. The childminder works with parents effectively to ensure a consistent approach to children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Parents can access children's learning record electronically. This helps to keep them well informed of their children's daily activities and their ongoing progress. The childminder regularly reviews children's development to check that they are making good progress. The childminder interacts well with the children, which supports their play and learning. Children enjoy making toys work by pressing buttons or lifting flaps to achieve different effects. They are introduced to numbers, colours and shapes as they play, contributing to their understanding of mathematics. The childminder makes use of all opportunities to build on younger children's early language skills. For example, she helps children to learn the correct pronunciation of words when talking with them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder develops strong, caring relationships with the children. She values children as individuals and takes time to get to know their likes and dislikes, routines and interests. Children settle well, and the childminder quickly identifies when they are hungry or tired. Children are provided with healthy and nutritious meals and snacks. The childminder uses the local environment to extend children's learning. They enjoy regular trips to the park and soft-play area, which support their physical skills. The childminder places a high priority on children's safety. For example, they learn to cross the road safely when they walk to school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress and are working securely within the stage of development expected for their age. They independently choose their own activities, feed themselves and learn to put on their coat and shoes. Toddlers learn to walk confidently and respond enthusiastically to music. Children are keen to explore and investigate the variety of resources and activities offered to them. For example, they play imaginatively with the toy cars and garage. Children are developing the skills that will support them in their future learning and when they start school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494321 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10059644 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 - 9 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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Registers

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