Childminder 130263

Inspection date 15 October 2018 Previous inspection date 3 December 2014

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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 Children are cared for in a home-from-home environment. The childminder provides exciting learning opportunities inside and outdoors. Children have access to a wide range of toys that provides challenge and helps them to develop well in all areas of learning. n Children have formed strong relationships with the childminder. She has a calm and warm nature. Children respond very well to her, seeking her out for cuddles. They are happy and feel secure in her home. n The childminder effectively reviews the impact of activities on children's learning. She plans activities well to support the children to achieve their next stage in learning. Activities are exciting, provide the children with challenge, engage and motivate them to learn. n Assessment of children's learning is thorough. The childminder frequently reviews children's progress. She knows exactly what they can do and precisely identifies their

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The provision is good

next stage in learning. Children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Although the childminder works well in partnership with parents overall, she has not developed ways to consistently gather information from parents about children's achievements at home, to enhance the already good planning procedures. n Sometimes, the childminder misses opportunities to support children to think critically to solve problems.

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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 strengthen systems for gathering information from parents about their children's learning at home and use this to enhance planning to help children make even better progress n further enhance opportunities for children to develop their problem-solving and critical- thinking skills across all areas of learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities in the setting. n The inspector looked at samples of children's records and other documentation, including policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback provided on the day. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used for childminding purposes.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Self-evaluation is effective. The childminder shows a strong desire to make ongoing improvements. Recently she has developed the outdoor area and introduced new resources and toys that help to improve children's early writing and mathematical skills. The childminder is committed to her own professional development. Recent training on promoting positive behaviour has helped her to enhance her own skills when dealing with minor issues and support children's emotional development well. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection and knows what to do should she have concerns about a child in her care. The childminder implements robust policies and procedures. Children are cared for in a safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses good methods of teaching to enhance children's learning. For example, she shows the children how to use the weighing scales for the first time as she introduces the concept of heavy and light. Children learn early mathematical skills through play. For example, they learn to sort objects by colour and size, count, make patterns and learn new mathematical words as they play with the childminder. Children take an active role in growing fruit and vegetables in the childminder's garden. This helps them to learn about the world around them and care for living things. Children develop good language skills as the childminder uses resources to promote discussion. For example, she encourages children to recall events and talk about their previous learning, as they look at photos of themselves in their learning journal.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

There is an effective settling-in procedure. Children settle quickly into the childminder's home, where she cares for them well. The childminder is a positive role model. She has set of house rules that encourages the children to be kind and respectful of one and other. Children behave very well. They learn to take care of their environment and toys. For example, they tidy up in between activities so that the area remains safe and toys do not get broken. The childminder helps to build the children's confidence and self-esteem. For example, she praises them, awards certificates for their achievements and encourages them when they doubt themselves.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their learning. They achieve the milestones typical for their age. Children learn a wide range of skills which prepares them well for the next stage in their learning. Children become independent learners as they choose what they want to play with, wash their hands before mealtimes and help to get their bowls out for snack time.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 130263 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10060813 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 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 3 December 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1990 and lives in Mill End, near Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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