Childminder EY539778

Inspection date 6 December 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 interacts with children in a calm manner and treats them with respect. She has formed positive relationships with children. n The childminder makes good use of the available space and provides a stimulating environment to enhance children's learning experiences. n Children make good progress in their development from their starting points. n The childminder observes children regularly and assesses their progress. She establishes individual plans for children, considering their needs and interests. n The childminder is a good role model and helps children to know right from wrong. She sets clear boundaries and expectations. n The childminder has established a successful partnership with parents. Parents speak highly about the childminder's practice and comment on how she helps children flourish. n The childminder is attentive at supervising children and teaches them to manage risks safely.

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This provision is good

n The childminder does not consistently seek the views of parents to help review the quality of her practice and to help her identify areas for improvement. n The childminder misses opportunities to help children explore and choose materials freely during play and creative activities.

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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 build on ways in which parents' views can be included in evaluating the service to help identify areas for improvement n provide children with more opportunities to develop their own ideas, such as through thinking critically about how and when they wish to use materials and resources.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector discussed the procedures for self-evaluation and the priorities for improvement. n The inspector had a tour of the areas the childminder uses for looking after children in her home. n The inspector sampled documentation, including policies and procedures, and children's learning records. n The inspector observed the activities and the quality of teaching, and spoke with children. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from their written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder seeks to extend her knowledge and understanding of the curriculum to benefit children. For example, she attends courses that help her to promote children's language and listening skills even further. The childminder evaluates and monitors the quality of the provision to improve outcomes continually for all children. She adapts her practice to meet children's needs. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder takes children's safety very seriously. She minimises risks and ensures that children are not exposed to any hazards. She is confident about her role in protecting children from harm. The childminder promotes the values of respect and tolerance, such as ensuring that children know that everyone should be respected and has a right to express their opinions. She is familiar with the correct procedures to follow to implement the 'Prevent' duty, to keep children safe from the dangers of radicalisation and extremism.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder monitors children's progress effectively to help ensure that they fulfil their potential and meet their developmental milestones. The childminder uses her expert knowledge to promote their problem-solving and early mathematical skills. For example, she asks children to count the gaps that need to be filled in on a Christmas tree. The childminder supports children's language skills well. For instance, she speaks very clearly and engages children in meaningful discussions. She uses open-ended questions and refers to children's home experiences. The childminder promotes early literacy skills, for example, by encouraging children to recognise familiar words and their own names. She provides stimulating activities and children have many opportunities to learn from first-hand experiences, such as growing pumpkins from seeds.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children thrive and benefit greatly from their nurturing bonds with the childminder. The childminder knows them very well and supports their social and emotional skills. She gives them reassurance and calms them down when they get upset. Children play well together and older children are caring towards babies. They are very respectful of others, given their age. The childminder is consistent and very positive in helping children to recognise how to develop relationships with others. This helps children to gain a good sense of belonging and self-worth.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children play and happily explore their environment. They are very inquisitive and eagerly join in with the range of activities. Children articulate their ideas and suggestions with confidence. The childminder focuses clearly on supporting children's development and helps to close any gaps in their learning. Children and babies develop good communication skills and learn how to socialise with others. They show an interest in books and enjoy singing songs and nursery rhymes. Children actively gain key skills, and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539778 Local authority Richmond Upon Thames Inspection number 10079234 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 - 6 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Hampton, London. Her operating times are Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm, term time only. The childminder receives early education funding for children aged three and four years.

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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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