Childminder EY454197

Inspection date 24 October 2018 Previous inspection date 2 October 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 The childminder works in close partnership with other childminders in her local area. They organise toddler groups so that children have the opportunity to develop their social skills as they mix with larger groups of children. The childminder also benefits from peer support, the sharing of good practice and professional discussions. n Children are making good progress and particularly excel in their literacy development. They have very good pencil control skills and spend sustained lengths of time concentrating on making marks on paper. n Children have very good communication and language skills. They readily join in conversations, giving their opinions and ideas. Children copy the childminder's good use of manners as they use 'please' and 'thank you' appropriately. n The childminder sensitively teaches children as they engage in activities. For example, when children talk about light and dark colours, she teaches them about shades.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not share enough information about children's ongoing learning and development with their parents to ensure that they have continuous support between home and her setting. n The childminder does not consistently give children clear messages of the benefits of a balanced diet and good hygiene routines, to build on their good understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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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 procedures to share regular information with parents about their child's learning so that all children have consistent support between home and the childminding setting n provide children with further opportunities to learn about and develop healthy lifestyles.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector looked at the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector observed the childminder teaching the children through a planned activity and through play, and discussed the learning that was taking place with her. n The inspector looked at children's development and assessment records and a range of other documents, including evidence of suitability checks and the safeguarding policy. n The inspector took into account the written views of parents and discussed the childminder's reflections on her practice with her.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to meet children's needs swiftly in the event of a child protection concern. She knows the children who attend well and can recognise any signs that a child may be at risk, such as changes in their behaviour or well-being. The childminder continually assesses risks in her home and on outings, and takes appropriate action to help her keep children safe. She reflects on her practice and on children's needs, and looks for ways to make effective improvements. For example, the childminder carefully identifies training courses to help her to develop her knowledge, practice and teaching skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gives children time to become deeply involved in their play and learning. For example, when children choose to play imaginatively, she allows them to explore as they choose. The childminder stays close by children to offer support and answer their questions, and this helps to extend their learning. The childminder is aware of how to teach children the skills they need for starting at school. For example, she introduces them to sounds and letters, and mathematical concepts, such as numbers and values. The childminder regularly tracks children's progress and identifies any emerging gaps in their development. She sets clear next steps for children, based on their developmental needs and individual interests.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is aware of children's individual needs and makes adjustments to her plans in order to meet them. For example, when children have had an unsettled night's sleep, she allows them to rest whenever they need to. Children demonstrate they feel secure as they sleep peacefully with their blankets form home. The childminder helps children to do things for themselves. Resources are stored where children access them easily and they routinely tidy away toys they have finished playing with. The childminder generally supports children's good health, such as providing nutritious meals and snacks. Children benefit from time spent outdoors and they enjoy playing in the garden and visiting local park. Parents speak positively about the childminder. They state that their children settle well, are happy and thrive under her care.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show a keen interest in books and show a good understanding of how stories are structured. They engage well in imaginative play and relate what they are doing to their own experiences, such as cooking at home. Children demonstrate a strong sense of self-confidence. They engage very well in conversations with the childminder and with visitors to the setting. Children are making good progress and are developing effective skills that they need to aid their future learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY454197 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10069437 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 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 2 October 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Stevenage. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm on 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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