Childminder in Hillingdon

Inspection date 10 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 is skilled at following the children's lead and meeting their individual needs. She uses opportunities during children's self-chosen play to extend their learning. Children show good levels of engagement and enthusiasm during their play experiences. n The childminder provides a gradual settling-in process for new children in her care. This supports them to adjust quickly to their new surroundings. Children are happy and rapidly become confident. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder provides daily feedback to them about their children's care and what they have been learning. She shares ideas and information about how parents can continue to support their children's learning and development at home. n The childminder places a strong focus on developing children's communication and language skills. She talks to them constantly and asks them questions to encourage their learning.

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This provision is good

n The childminder reviews her provision to improve. She meets regularly with other childminders and they share up-to-date information on early years issues. She also seeks the views of parents and children and takes account of their suggestions. n The childminder does not fully explore all opportunities to develop her professional skills to raise the quality of her practice to the highest 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 explore ways to extend skills and knowledge even further to continually improve the quality of care and teaching.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding purposes. n The inspector looked at samples of children's assessment folders and records, and a range of other documentation. n The inspector discussed the process of self-evaluation with the childminder and how she obtains the views of all those who use her provision. n The inspector and the childminder jointly evaluated an activity together. n The inspector discussed the children's development with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder undertakes child protection training to ensure she keeps updated with all changes to legislation. The childminder has a good understanding of how to recognise and report any concerns about a child's welfare, to help promote their well-being. The childminder has robust policies to keep children safe and she shares these with parents. She monitors and assesses children's achievements to help her plan activities and experiences that are relevant to their stage of learning. The childminder provides targeted support when she identifies gaps in their learning. The childminder works closely with other settings that children attend to help provide continuity and consistency in their care and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is an attentive teacher and a good role model. She sits alongside children, plays with them and joins in their games. Children are imaginative. For example, they pretend to make cups of tea for a visitor. Children are keen to use their problem-solving skills and competently turn train tracks around to fit into the correct space. The childminder skilfully challenges children through effective questioning which promotes opportunities for early mathematical skills. For instance, she helps children to count with increasing confidence, such as trains, and they compare sizes. Children enjoy singing their favourite songs and rhymes. The childminder supports children's interest in books. Children are beginning to select their favourites for the childminder to read.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children learn to become independent and to do things for themselves. They learn to take turns and share, and their behaviour is good. The childminder shares her expectations with children, such as by providing reminders to help them understand what acceptable behaviour is. Children learn to value one another, for instance when they share experiences from home or find out about different people and communities. The childminder supports children well to develop an understanding of good hygiene practices. Children eat nutritious food. They are active and enjoy outings, such as to the local park, to develop their physical skills and well-being. The childminder ensures that her premises are secure and conducts regular risk assessments to minimise hazards in her play environment. She carries out frequent fire evacuation procedures with the children, so they know what to do in an emergency.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points and achieve well. They display an eagerness for learning and always try their best. Children learn about colours and shapes. They hold crayons and make intended marks in preparation for early writing. They learn a range of skills that prepare them well for their future learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539740 Local authority Hillingdon Inspection number 10089797 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 - 2 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The childminder operates weekdays between 7am and 7pm all year, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a childcare 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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