Childminder EY445004

Inspection date 8 August 2018 Previous inspection date 1 June 2017

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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 provides a homely, secure environment. Good communication with parents enables her to learn about children's changing care needs. The childminder establishes strong bonds with the children supporting their emotional needs and self- esteem. n Parents express how impressed they are with their child's development and are extremely complimentary about the service the childminder provides. They are delighted with the opportunities their children have to learn about caring for living creatures as they interact with household pets, under the watchful eye of the childminder. n The qualified childminder provides a range of activities to support children's ongoing learning and development. She makes regular observations and knows each child well. Children make good progress in relation to their starting points and abilities. n The childminder has a positive attitude. She evaluates areas of her practice and is

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The provision is good

proactive in addressing improvements she identifies and recommendations raised at inspections. n The childminder monitors the progress children make to ensure there are no gaps in their learning. She speaks with parents about the experiences their children enjoy and encourages them to share learning that happens at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, the childminder does not allow children the time they need to think about responses to develop their ideas when she asks questions. n Occasionally, the childminder does not always consider how children of different ages can be fully involved when taking part in planned activities together.

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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 give children the time they need to respond to questions, to support them to develop their independent ideas and thoughts n support the involvement of children of different ages when they take part in planned activities together.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector evaluated a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of all persons living in the household. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she reflects on her practice. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback they sent to the inspector.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows how to report a child protection concern. She supervises children well to help keep them safe. The childminder carries out risk assessments and has implemented good daily routines to minimise potential hazards. For example, pets are fed in separate areas of her home to prevent younger children accessing their food trays. All required documentation is in place. The childminder fosters good links with other childminders, sharing best practice. In addition, she works closely with staff at local pre-schools and school, helping to support children's move on to and between these settings.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans for children's next stage of development. Children make marks with crayons, felt pens and chalks thoroughly enjoying these creative opportunities. Their relationships with each other are good and the different-aged children learn to play well together. Children have fun experimenting, for example, they explore velocity while racing cars down plastic guttering. They learn patience and perseverance as they carefully balance bricks one on top of the other. All children learn to communicate their needs. The childminder is attentive to helping them build their vocabulary by introducing new words through open discussions and sharing books.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle quickly and grow in confidence. Their behaviour is good. The childminder offers consistent reminders about what is expected. She teaches children to understand safe practice. For example, while trying to fly a car, she gently helps children to think about the consequences of such actions. This helps them to see that they might accidentally hurt someone. Children develop an awareness of healthy lifestyles. They talk about foods that are good for them and enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise. While playing outside, children increasing develop their physical skills as they use a good range of equipment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the skills needed in readiness for school. They are encouraged to share, take turns and listen to each other. Children's emerging literacy skills are well supported as they look at books and make marks for a purpose. Children's physical skills develop well and they manage personal hygiene effectively. All children enjoy singing familiar songs and rhymes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY445004 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10061136

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register

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Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 1 June 2017

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The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Hertford. She operates all year round from 6.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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