Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 7 November 2018 Previous inspection date 17 January 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 has addressed the actions from the last inspection. She has worked with her assistant to improve her knowledge of safeguarding and put in place plans for further training. The childminder has a log to record any complaints. n Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder makes sure she has information from parents about what children know and can do. This helps her to plan for children's care and learning. n Children learn about nature and the habits of animals. The childminder plans themed activities that support children to explore their interests. n The childminder responds to children's actions and ideas as they play. She uses these well to encourage children's further learning. n Children behave well. The childminder helps them to understand what is expected of them. She shows them how to share and take turns during play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, background music does not add to the other activities that are happening and makes it more difficult for some children to focus on their speaking and listening skills. n The childminder is not working with other settings that children attend when she does not take or collect the children herself.

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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 extend partnerships to include the other settings that children attend in order to offer continuity of learning and to ensure a full picture of children's progress n review the organisation of adult-led activities and consider how music is used to ensure children get the very best opportunities to develop their speaking and listening skills.

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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 indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector observed an adult-led activity and evaluated this 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 spoke with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to at the inspection and through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection procedures. She keeps up to date with safeguarding and early years practice through training. The childminder makes sure her home is safe for children. She checks that the safety precautions work, such as cupboard locks. The childminder has set up a system to help keep her assistant informed about children's learning needs. The childminder effectively tracks children's progress. She makes sure she knows about any gaps in children's learning and puts in place steps to help children close the gap. The childminder keeps parents informed about children's daily experiences and their progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans effectively for children's learning and uses teaching techniques that help children to acquire new skills. She gives them ample opportunities to investigate the experiences that interest them. The childminder makes good use of seasonal occurrences to help children develop their understanding of the world around them. The childminder shows children how to do things and encourages them to have a go for themselves. Children are enthusiastic and keen to try the activities on offer. They thoroughly enjoy playing with coloured rice, containers and small creatures, learning about colours, textures, movements and sounds. The childminder regularly observes children's play to assess the progress they make over time.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Relationships between the childminder and children are strong. Children settle into the childminder's home quickly. Their smiling faces and easy confidence in her presence show they feel secure. Children learn good hygiene routines. They know they need clean hands for lunch. They show their understanding of safety as they play with dolls, carefully strapping them into high chairs and buggies. Children have regular times for rest and the childminder adapts her routine to their changing needs. Children enjoy times at larger social groups where they mix with other childminders and their children. This helps to build their social skills and confidence. The childminder helps children to learn about the wider world through celebrations of festivals from other religions and cultures. She helps children to learn to value and appreciate the differences and similarities between people.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are achieving their next steps quickly. They make good progress from their starting points. Children are ready for school. They develop a positive attitude to learning and show that they enjoy problem solving. Children develop their concentration by spending an increasing amount of time at activities. Children have a great interest in books and love reading with the childminder. They use small tools for making marks and gluing as part of their preparation for writing. Children are prepared for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY341538 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10080282 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 17 January 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder sometimes works with an assistant.

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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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