Childminder in Thurrock

Inspection date 30 November 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 uses her assessments effectively to support children's progress. She builds on children's interests and the next stages in their learning to support their unique individual learning needs. n The childminder organises her premises well. She makes good use of the resources, which are at low-level and labelled. This enables children to make choices and become independent learners. n Children are happy, settled and confident in the childminder's home. This is because she meets their physical and emotional needs well. Children develop good emotional attachments. This has a positive impact on their well-being, enabling them to learn effectively. n The childminder forms strong partnerships with parents. Regular information is shared with parents about the activities they enjoy. Parents are very complimentary about the childminder and the service that she provides. n The childminder works effectively with other early years providers to support children's

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This provision is good

individual needs. She implements recommendations from other professionals to help her narrow gaps in children's development. n The childminder does not consistently make full use of children's play to help them link sounds and initial letters of words. n The childminder does not use self-evaluation effectively enough to reflect on her provision.

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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 use all opportunities to help children link sounds to letters to support their literacy development even further n use self-evaluation more effectively to help develop the good quality of the provision even further.

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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 completed a joint evaluation of an activity 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 to children during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is vigilant in her approach. Children are well supervised. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures, and how to respond to concerns she may have regarding a child's welfare. She accesses regular training opportunities and meetings with other early years providers. This helps her to share and develop practice ideas. The childminder supports parents well to guide their children's learning successfully at home. The childminder understands the importance of maintaining professional relationships with other local settings. She recognises her role in working together with other professionals to promote continuity in children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides stimulating activities and resources that capture children's interests. She asks children what they like to do and plans a variety of activities based on their interests. Children develop their early writing skills and they make marks outside in the garden using paint. The childminder introduces mathematics during play and daily routines. For example, young children are able to describe what is happening as they mix different coloured paints together. They enjoy problem solving and counting games that they have made. Children's communication and language skills are effectively promoted. The childminder talks to children and provides a commentary to describe what they are doing. She asks questions to help support their developing language and gives them time to answer.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming and nurturing environment. Children show that they feel confident and happy. They enjoy familiar activities and routines, which enhance their sense of security. The childminder helps children learn to listen and share resources as they play. Children enjoy exploring the similarities and differences between themselves and other people, including their own and others' home cultures and religions. Children have plenty of opportunities to be physically active. Children enjoy healthy, wholesome and nutritious foods that support their well-being. Children demonstrate their understanding of hygiene routines. For example, they wash their hands before eating or after messy play. Children are regularly taken on visits to local places of interest so that they can learn about the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children achieve well at the levels typical for their age. They develop independence as they make decisions about their play and manage their self-care needs well. Children's literacy skills are promoted well. They enjoy looking at books together and telling stories. They are keen to explore the activities on offer. All children are gaining the skills they need to be ready for their move to nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500782 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 10079192 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 3 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder was registered in 2016. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and holidays agreed in advance.

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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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