Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 15 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 provides a home-from-home environment with plentiful resources that provide children with challenge across all areas of learning. Children extend their learning of the world around them, for example on regular walks to a nature reserve. n Assessment of children's learning is thorough. The childminder knows exactly what the children can do and the next stage in their learning. Activities are exciting, meet the needs of the children and inspire them to learn. Children make good progress. n The children have formed a strong relationship with the childminder. They are confident and happy in her home and care. The childminder is calm in nature and the children respond well to her. n Children take an active role in the setting which helps them to learn skills for the future. For example, they tidy up, help to set up for snack time and clear away after. n The childminder attends mandatory training but does not consistently seek

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This provision is good

opportunities to deepen her knowledge and enhance her teaching skills further. n Overall, partnerships with parents are good. However, the childminder does not focus enough on providing parents with consistent opportunities to share information about their children's learning at home.

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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 a wider range of professional development and training opportunities to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level n strengthen strategies in place to engage parents in their children's learning and share information about their children's development at home.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities in the setting both inside and outdoors. She evaluated activities with the childminder. n The inspector looked at samples of children's records and other documentation, including policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback provided on the day. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used for childminding purposes.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder effectively evaluates her practice. She actively seeks the views of the parents and children and uses this information to make positive changes. Recent evaluation has seen her develop her teaching skills to enhance children's creativity, language skills and problem solving during activities. The childminder works effectively with her co-childminder to continually improve her practice. The childminder successfully reviews the children's learning. She is able to identify gaps in learning and take steps to help children catch up quickly. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection and knows what to do if she has concerns about a child in her care. The childminder implements robust policies and procedures and ensures that children are cared for in a safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses good methods of teaching to enhance children's learning. For example, she uses open questions to develop children's language skills, and demonstrates to children how to complete new tasks and activities. Children learn early mathematical skills through play. For example, they solve problems through trial and error, and learn about size as they build a train track. Children learn how to move their bodies and develop physical skills. For example, they take part in yoga and dancing sessions with the childminder. Children are encouraged to make their own choices during play and activities. This helps them to become independent. Children are engaged in activities and motivated to learn. They develop their communication and language skills through singing and dancing. For example, they learn to follow instructions and learn new words.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are well cared for. The childminder adapts routines and practice to ensure that all the children's needs are met and they feel secure. A thorough settling-in procedure ensures that children settle quickly into her home. The childminder knows the children well. She recognises when they are upset and offers reassurance. The childminder is a positive role model. Children behave very well and learn why they need to behave in a certain way. Children learn to share toys and work together during play. The childminder frequently praises the children, which helps to build their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder provides a variety of healthy meals and snacks, helping children to make healthy choices in the future.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in all areas of learning. They are meeting the milestones typical for their age. Children leave the childminder well prepared for the next stage in their learning, such as nursery or school. Children become independent learners, for example as they put on their coats and shoes for outdoor play. Children develop communication and language skills, for instance through social interactions at mealtimes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539728 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10089562 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 6 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 Bushey, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with a co-childminder.

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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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