Childminder in Essex

Inspection date 11 October 2018 Previous inspection date 29 August 2013

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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 form close attachments to the childminder and her assistants and settle comfortably into the setting. The childminder and her assistants are playful with the children and interact with them sensitively at their level. n The childminder provides interesting and attractive resources that stimulate children's imaginations. Children enjoy a good balance of structured play and freely chosen play activities. n The childminder sets clear and consistent boundaries to keep children safe. She gives frequent praise to boost children's self-esteem and they behave well. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents are regularly informed about their children's progress and receive frequent opportunities to offer their comments and feedback. The childminder and her assistants provide opportunities for parents to engage with their children's learning at home. The childminder works in partnership with other settings that children attend.

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The provision is good

n Children learn to be independent from an early age. The childminder and her assistants support children to dress themselves and manage their own personal hygiene. They encourage children to tidy away their toys and help with daily routine tasks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not consistently analyse the practice of her assistants to raise the quality of their teaching to a higher level. n Children do not have frequent opportunities to explore natural resources to extend their understanding of the world to the highest degree.

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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 monitor closely and reflect upon staff's practice to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level n build on children's interest in exploring natural resources to further increase their understanding of the world.

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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 outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as children's records, suitability and qualifications and policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of the views of parents by speaking to them on the day and reading written comments and testimonials.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder manages her setting efficiently. She keeps clear and appropriate records for the effective running of her business. The childminder keeps children safe. She ensures that she and her assistants are fully trained in paediatric first aid. The childminder has effective systems for the storage and monitoring of medication. She works closely with parents and medical professionals to ensure the health and well-being of all children and adults in the setting. The childminder conducts thorough risk assessments of her setting and related events and minimises hazards to children effectively. She seeks regular training opportunities for herself and her assistants and promotes their professional development. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistants are fully aware of their responsibilities to protect children. They have a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures and how to report any concerns.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistants observe and assess children's progress. They identify the next steps in their learning and any gaps there may be in their development. They take account of children's interests and their identified learning needs when providing activities to support their development. For example, children have fun playing with toy dinosaurs in water. They splash and roar as they play. The childminder and her assistants help children to learn the dinosaur names and they talk about the different colours, sizes and shapes. Children are confident and interact well with each other. Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills as they climb up the steps of a slide and ride toy cars. They hide underneath the slide and giggle when surprised by their friends.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides frequent opportunities for children to experience fresh air and exercise. Children enjoy digging in a mud kitchen and say they are making a 'pineapple cake'. The childminder and her assistants support children's developing imaginations. For example, they provide objects that are 'broken' for children to 'fix' with their toy drills. The childminder and her assistants provide children with a balanced and nutritious diet. They talk to children about the benefits of eating fruit and how to stay healthy. Children learn about people who are different from themselves. They share dual-language books with their friends who speak a different language. The childminder provides activities that help children to understand different cultures and traditions. Children learn to respect other people and to speak politely. They learn to take turns and share.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and in readiness for school. They practise tracing over letters and numbers and learn to count objects. They learn how to hold a pencil correctly. Children develop good communication and language skills. They learn the names and sounds of letters. They enjoy looking at books and listening to stories. They answer questions and listen to instructions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439437 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10068749 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 0 - 8 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection 29 August 2013

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Basildon, Essex. She operates all year round from 6am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She works with two assistants and holds a 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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