Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 14 January 2019 Previous inspection date 6 June 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 is very experienced and well qualified. She has a good understanding of child development and observes children as they play to make accurate assessments of their learning. She identifies their next steps effectively and plans interesting activities that help children to make good progress. n The childminder is a very good role model. She treats children with kindness and respect. Children form close relationships with her and show their affection for her, which helps to support their emotional well-being. n The childminder supports children's personal and social development well. She takes children to local playgroups where they learn to mix with other children, share and take turns. n Children develop a love of books. The childminder extends their learning effectively through reading their favourite stories and encouraging them to join in storytelling. n The childminder teaches children about the world in which they live. For example,

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This provision is good

children talk about the different seasons and the changes in the weather as they walk to school. n The childminder forms friendly relationships with parents and keeps them well informed of children's daily activities and their ongoing progress. Parents comment very positively on the childminder's care for their children and how much they enjoy being with her. n The childminder has not fully established links with other settings that the children attend to support and build on continuity in their learning.

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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 strengthen partnerships with other settings that children attend to support their continuity in care and learning further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the areas used by the children. n The inspector observed the children interacting with the childminder. n The inspector discussed children's learning and development 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 took account of the views of parents through reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to providing children with good-quality care and learning. Her professional qualification and experience support her understanding of how children learn and develop. The childminder regularly updates her knowledge by attending training and meets with other childminders to share good practice. This has a positive impact on the outcomes for children in her care. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows how to keep children safe and the procedures to follow regarding any concerns for their welfare. She places a strong emphasis on children's safety and has policies and procedures in place that underpin all aspects of her practice. She completes detailed risk assessments of her home and also when she takes the children on outings. The childminder uses self-evaluation effectively to address areas for future development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in supporting children's learning. She is aware of the good progress they are making and plans learning experiences that take into account their individual interests and stages of development. The childminder carefully monitors children's progress and quickly identifies any gaps in their learning. This helps her to provide additional support when children need it. The childminder interacts well with the children. She joins in their role play enthusiastically and makes comments and suggestions to support their communication and language skills. Children learn to count and recognise numbers. For example, when making cakes, children count the cases as they put them in the cake tin, and enjoy measuring out the ingredients.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that she has a good knowledge about individual children before they start. She provides a relaxed and homely environment where children develop a positive sense of belonging. The childminder sets clear boundaries and encourages children to use good manners. As a result, children behave very well. They learn about healthy lifestyles as the childminder promotes healthy eating and provides children with nutritious snacks and meals. She understands young children's need for a rest or sleep during the day. Children love being outside, and the childminder ensures that they spend time playing in the fresh air every day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder and make good progress in their learning and development. They enjoy leading their learning and concentrate well on their chosen activities. Younger children are developing an interest in making marks and can use resources with good control. They enjoy singing songs and love to join in with the actions and move their bodies in time with the music. Children are becoming increasingly independent and manage their personal care needs with confidence. Children develop good skills to support their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 404256 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10063680 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 6 June 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Ware. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6.30pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3. She provides funded early years education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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Registers

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