Childminder EY407199

Inspection date 27 November 2018 Previous inspection date 8 December 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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This provision is good

n The childminder is enthusiastic and actively joins in children's play to enhance their learning. She assesses their development and uses this information to plan what children need to learn next. Children make good progress in their learning. n The childminder provides a warm and welcoming home in which children are happy and settle quickly. Children develop a strong bond with the childminder. They show they feel safe and secure in her care. n Children behave well and play cooperatively together. The childminder is a good role model and provides children with consistent boundaries and expectations. She supports children to learn social skills, such as sharing and taking turns. n The childminder establishes good partnerships with parents and other settings children attend by sharing regular information. This helps to promote a consistent approach to children's learning and development. n Children enjoy a wide range of outings in the community, such as the local parks and

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This provision is good

soft-play areas. They enjoy their walks in the woods and trips to see the animals at the farm. These experiences help children to get to know their local community, and support their understanding about the world in which they live.

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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 make greater use of ongoing opportunities for professional development to maintain up-to- date knowledge and extend knowledge and skills further n build on the opportunities for children to develop their interest in books and build on their early reading skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the areas used by the children. n The inspector observed the children interacting with the childminder. n The inspector discussed children's learning and development 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 took account of the views of parents through reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role in safeguarding children and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. She supervises children well and carries out daily risk assessments of her home and on outings. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively to ensure that she is aware of any areas of development that need further support. She reflects on her practice and encourages parents and children to share their views about her provision through verbal feedback and questionnaires. Parents are given daily feedback, so they know how to support their children's ongoing learning and development at home. Parents are very happy with the care that the childminder provides and the progress their children make.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good, and children learn a variety of skills. For example, younger children learn to name animals, and know the sounds that animals make. They use different writing tools and techniques to develop their early writing skills. The childminder continually talks to children, modelling language to support their vocabulary. The childminder understands the needs of older children after a full day in school. All children are currently enjoying the activities planned for them during the lead up to Christmas. For example, they happily use a variety of art and craft materials to decorate their Christmas stockings.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is kind and caring. She forms strong relationships with children and attends to their individual needs. Children thoroughly enjoy their time with her and demonstrate good levels of self-esteem. The childminder encourages children to have healthy lifestyles. They use good hygiene routines, enjoy home-cooked, nutritious meals and snacks, and benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. The childminder encourages children to take responsibility for their own needs, such as at mealtimes, and when taking their coats and shoes off. Children accompany the childminder when she takes older children to school. This helps them to become familiar with the school environment and teachers. The childminder teaches children simple rules to keep them safe on outings, such as how to cross the road safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all aspects of their learning and development. They form close friendships and enjoy playing together. Young children behave well and are polite to visitors. They are becoming confident and self-assured as they make their own choices during play, and concentrate well when taking part in activities. Children learn to be independent and do small tasks for themselves. The childminder effectively helps them to develop the skills and attitudes they need for their next stage in learning and for their move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY407199 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10063617 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 - 9 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 8 December 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2010. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder employs an assistant when required.

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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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