Childminder EY542302

Inspection date 9 January 2019 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 builds strong bonds with children, who are happy, confident and secure. She is a calm and positive influence. The childminder gets to know children's individual characters well. Children settle quickly in her care and enjoy their time playing with her. n The areas used for childminding are safe, inviting and welcoming. There is a wide selection of accessible and interesting toys and play materials. Children are able to select resources and make independent choices. n Parents are very complimentary about the childminder. For example, they comment that the setting is safe and well managed with lots of lovely toys, games and activities. n Children's communication and language development is positively promoted. The childminder supports children's speech through repetition and by extending their vocabulary. n The childminder does not use her assessments of children's learning effectively, to

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This provision is good

inform her planning and precisely identify what children need to learn next. n The childminder does not always promote effective strategies to engage parents in extending their children's learning at home. n The childminder's reflection on practice does not yet have the very high rigour to drive the provision forward to the next level.

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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 strengthen opportunities for sharing ideas and activities with parents to support them in extending their children's learning at home n refine the way in which reflection is used in order to identify areas for further enhancement in practice.

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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 updates her training. She demonstrates a good understanding of the actions to take if she suspects that a child is at risk of harm or being drawn into unsafe situations. The childminder keeps her first-aid knowledge up to date and ensures that she is aware of current early years practice. She frequently reviews and puts into practice a wide range of relevant policies and procedures. The childminder understands the importance of working with other early years settings, to promote continuity in children's learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children thoroughly enjoy the childminder's company. She has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning. She consistently talks to the children, commenting on what they do and asking questions to encourage their thinking and exploration. This allows the children to think, predict what might happen and test out their ideas. The childminder promotes children's early reading skills well. They share books and talk about the characters and pictures. The childminder introduces children to mathematical ideas and number names during every day play. Children have opportunities to help develop their small-muscle movements and handling skills well. For example, they skilfully use different tools to cut and mould play dough.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. She gathers a range of useful information from parents about their children's care needs and routines. This helps children settle extremely well. The childminder teaches children good standards of behaviour. This leads to them understanding her expectations. For example, children learn to share, use good manners and take turns. The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle. Children learn to manage their own personal care needs and develop a strong understanding of good hygiene through the daily routines and activities provided. Children have opportunities to be active and engage in physical activities, such as playing outside in the garden or visiting the park.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children learn to master a range of skills in preparation for their future learning and eventual move to school. They are confident, independent learners who are eager to explore and discover. Children concentrate for long periods on activities that capture their attention and help to build their small-muscle skills in readiness for early writing. They enjoy regular visits to local activity groups, introducing them to a wider circle of friends and helping to extend their social skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542302 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10090011 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 5 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Mayland, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised early years qualification at level 3.

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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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