Childminder in Barnet

Inspection date 22 November 2018 Previous inspection date 9 November 2017

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Previous inspection: Requires improvement

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement

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Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder has not supplied Ofsted with details of her new assistant, to allow the required suitability checks to be carried out. This is also a breach of the requirements of the Childcare Register. n The childminder does not take account of the different ages and abilities of children, especially babies, when planning the learning environment and activities. As a result, children's learning and development are not promoted as well as possible. n The childminder does not provide clear guidance for children on what is and is not acceptable behaviour. On occasion, instances of poor behaviour have a negative impact on children's learning and enjoyment. n The childminder has not considered how she can develop links with schools that children also attend, to share information about children's learning and welfare needs.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder has sought help from her early years adviser to strengthen her self- evaluation and has made some positive changes since her last inspection. n The childminder consults parents on their child's care needs and regularly discusses children's progress with them. Parents give positive feedback on the service she provides. n Children and babies develop caring bonds with the childminder and her assistant, and readily turn to them for comfort and reassurance. n Children enjoy expressing their creativity in different ways. For example, they experiment with different painting techniques to create colourful pictures.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure Ofsted is notified of any significant events, in particular about changes to people working on the premises 18/12/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

consider the individual needs, interests and stages of development of children and use this information to plan suitably challenging and enjoyable experiences for each child. 08/01/2019

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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 develop effective procedures to guide children's behaviour, helping them to gain a clear understanding of what they should or should not do n create links with schools that children also attend, so that important information about children's welfare and learning can be exchanged.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed a range of activities indoors and outdoors, and discussed this with the childminder to assess the quality of teaching and its impact on children's learning. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder and her assistant at various points throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation. n The inspector spoke to the childminder's assistant and to children during the inspection and considered their views and experiences. n The inspector took account of parents' views from their written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder has not ensured that Ofsted has details of her new assistant, so that her suitability to work with children can be confirmed. However, she has checked that her assistant is not barred from working with children and makes sure that she does not have unsupervised access to the children in her care. Therefore, there is no significant risk to children's safety and welfare. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding training and has a good understanding of a broad range of issues. She knows the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare and ensures that her assistant is also familiar with safeguarding policies and procedures. The childminder has planned further training on child protection and first aid, as a way to help develop her assistant's professional skills. The childminder has effectively addressed most of the weaknesses identified at her last inspection. She

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

maintains accurate records of children's days and hours of attendance and seeks parents' views to help evaluate her service. She promotes good hygiene for children and considers their individual needs at mealtimes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder does not take account of children's differing needs and preferences when planning for their learning. This is particularly the case for babies, who are not always provided with activities as suitable as those available for older children. This does not support children to make the best possible progress. The childminder assesses children's starting points when they join her setting. She monitors their development and carries out the required progress checks. The childminder supports children's communication skills well. For example, she uses stories to encourage children to listen and respond to questions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder has formulated a policy to help her manage children's behaviour. However, she and her assistant do not use this guidance effectively when they are working with children. Children do not demonstrate a clear understanding of boundaries and behavioural expectations in the childminder's home. The childminder supports children to enjoy healthy and active lifestyles. She provides nutritious meals for them and ensures that they get plenty of fresh air and exercise outdoors each day. Children begin to manage their personal care needs. For example, older children recognise when they are thirsty and go to get a drink of water.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Children make progress from their individual starting points and their development is typical for their age. However, weaknesses in planning mean that they are not prepared as well as possible for the next stages in their learning. Children are generally confident and self-assured. They select resources independently and show good levels of concentration when they explore their own ideas. Children enjoy being active indoors and outdoors. They join in enthusiastically with action songs and rhymes, and demonstrate that they can follow instructions and move in different ways.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY401223 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10079482 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 - 4 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 9 November 2017

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in the London Borough of Barnet. She offers care all day from Monday to Friday throughout most of the year. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant. The childminder is registered to provide free early education for children aged three and four years.

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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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