Childminder in Southend on Sea

Inspection date 13 December 2018 Previous inspection date 18 September 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 Since the last inspection, the childminder has made effective improvements and implemented changes to her practice. These changes have improved safeguarding arrangements and the quality of teaching, resulting in good outcomes for children. n The childminder is caring and attentive and develops close bonds and attachments with the children in her care. She ensures that settling-in routines are tailored to support children well from the start. n The childminder is skilful at supporting children's communication and language skills. She talks clearly, listens carefully to children and uses questions to engage them in conversations. n The childminder is a good role model and gives children lots of praise and encouragement. Children behave well and develop good manners. They learn to demonstrate kindness and develop positive attitudes towards others. n The childminder does not use her assessments of children's learning really effectively

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This provision is good

to inform her planning and fully help children achieve what they need to learn next. n The childminder has not secured suitable opportunities for professional development to build on her current skills and knowledge in the strive for excellence.

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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 the most of what is known about individual children so that specific areas of development can be targeted for rapid progress n secure opportunities to update knowledge and inform a programme of professional development, in order to enhance the good standard of care and education for children and raise it to a higher level.

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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. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has completed safeguarding training and uses her knowledge to help and support children's welfare. She knows the local procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child. The childminder keeps her child protection and first-aid knowledge up to date and ensures that she is aware of current early years practice. The childminder maintains a safe and secure environment and ensures that children are supervised well. The childminder has developed positive relationships with local schools and pre-schools to share information about children's progress and well-being. She is committed to working together with other providers to ensure continuity of care and learning for all children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder regularly observes and monitors children's development. She joins in with children's play and encourages them to learn effectively, resulting in the children being motivated and eager to take part in activities. The childminder supports children's developing language skills particularly well. For example, while children play and experiment with the texture of paint and glitter glue, the childminder describes their actions, models language and extends their vocabulary. She supports children's mathematical skills well. The childminder provides opportunities for children to use matching and counting skills as they play. Children develop their hand-to-eye coordination as they stick cut-out shapes and use glue sticks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder creates a welcoming and homely environment where children are very well looked after. The childminder is kind and nurturing towards children and supports their physical and emotional well-being effectively. Children enjoy a range of activities that teaches them about people in the wider world. Resources and activities reflect and value the diversity of children's backgrounds and those around them. The childminder promotes their knowledge of how a healthy, balanced diet and exercise contribute to their overall well-being. Children are very independent at mealtimes and are motivated to do things for themselves during personal care routines. Parents are complimentary about the care and learning opportunities provided by the childminder.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making consistent and sustained progress in their learning. Children display a positive attitude to new experiences and a willingness to learn. Children are eager to try things for themselves, explore the environment and develop good thinking and problem-solving skills. Children develop their early writing skills. They make marks in paint using their hands and different tools. Children enjoy books, stories and rhymes. They are well prepared for the next stage of learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY486473 Local authority Southend-on-Sea Inspection number 10084731 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 - 10 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 18 September 2017

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Westcliff, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family 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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