Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 22 October 2018 Previous inspection date 30 November 2015

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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 is committed to her own professional development. She has attended a variety of courses on many subjects. She uses the new skills and knowledge acquired to enhance the positive experiences that children have. n The children have close bonds with the childminder. They settle quickly into her home, they feel confident and secure. Children enjoy cuddles with the childminder they seek her out to join in with their play and share their achievements with her. n The childminder has good relationships with the parents, who speak highly of her. There is a good two-way flow of communication between the childminder and home. The childminder shares information with parents' on children's development frequently. This helps to provide a consistent approach to learning. n The childminder provides a homely and inspiring learning environment inside and outdoors. She has a wide variety of toys and resources that children access

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The provision is good

independently. This helps them to become independent learners. In addition, children also go on weekly outings to parks, toddler groups and soft play to enhance their learning. Children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not consistently make the most of opportunities to extend children's awareness of space and measure during their play.

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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 opportunities to extend children's awareness of space and measure during activities

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities and assessed the quality of teaching and the impact on children's learning. n The inspector looked at samples of children's records and other documentation, including policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke with 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

The childminder shows a strong desire to improve. Self-evaluation is effective. Parents and children's views form an integral part of the evaluation process. Recent evaluation has seen the development of the outdoor area. Children now have better access to all areas of the garden. New outdoor resources have helped to enhance children's development in all areas of learning. The childminder has good relationships with staff at a local nursery where children also attend. The childminder and staff share information on children's development, which helps to provide a consistent approach to children's learning. 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. Since the previous inspection, she has attended further training on new legislation related to keeping children safe. As a result, she has enhanced policies and procedures,

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

they are robust and thorough, and children are cared for in safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Assessment of children's learning is thorough. The childminder knows exactly what the children can do and the next stage in their learning. She effectively reviews children's progress to help ensure that she identifies gaps in learning accurately. Methods of teaching are good. The childminder alters activities so that they meet the differing abilities of all the children, this helps to ensure they all remain engaged and motivated to learn. She encourages the children to have a go when they doubt themselves and supports them to think critically and solve problems. For example, children work out, which vehicles will fit into a cardboard tube. Overall, children do learn early mathematical skills through play. For example, they learn to count, subtract and add together using cars and other vehicles. Children develop good language and social skills at singing time as they sing along and complete the actions to 'row your boat' together.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a calm nature. Interactions with the children are warm and positive. Children respond well to her, they share jokes and seek comfort from her when they feel unwell. Children are happy and well cared for. The childminder is a positive role model. She effectively sets clear boundaries and expectations for children's behaviour. Children behave well. They show kindness towards each other, sharing and offering each other toys during play. The childminder frequently praises the children for their achievements. This helps to build their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder provides healthy meals for the children, supporting them to make healthy choices.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of learning. They achieve the millstones typical for their age. Children leave the childminder well prepared for the next stage in their learning. They become independent as they wash their hands before meal times, make their own sandwiches at lunchtime and choose their own resources during play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 129709 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10063512 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 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 30 November 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Tring, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare 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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