Childminder, Out-of school day care in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 11 January 2019 Previous inspection date 10 June 2015

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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 Not Applicable

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This provision is good

n The childminder provides a warm, homely setting where children can have fun and relax. She is a good role model to the children and promotes positive behaviour and good manners. n Children form close and affectionate relationships with the childminder. She provides a special place for children's belongings and she encourages them to contribute to activities and resources. This helps children to feel welcome and they feel valued and appreciated. n The childminder manages her setting efficiently and keeps the required records well. She undertakes regular training to keep her knowledge and skills updated. n The childminder provides a wide choice of enjoyable and stimulating activities that help children to make good progress in their learning. She extends their learning during activities and encourages them to lead their own play. n The childminder builds good relationships with parents and other local providers. She

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This provision is good

ensures that parents are fully aware of the activities she provides and keeps them well informed of their children's progress and achievements. n The childminder does not obtain enough information from other settings and schools to build on what children are already learning. n Self-evaluation is not rigorous enough to help identify clear targets for improvement and raise quality 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 obtain more information from other settings and schools to support children and enhance their future learning n strengthen arrangements for self-evaluation and identify clear targets to raise the quality of the provision to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the childminder interacting with children and the activities provided. She evaluated the success of activities with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and spoke to children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as children's records, evidence of suitability and qualifications, and policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading written comments and testimonials.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder ensures that her knowledge of all safeguarding matters is updated regularly. She reviews her policies and has a clear understanding of her responsibilities to protect the children in her care. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that might indicate a child is at risk. She knows how to record her observations and understands the procedures for reporting any concerns. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments of her premises and the activities she provides. She teaches children to keep themselves safe. For example, she reminds them of her rules about the use and storage of scissors. She ensures that children are aware of her fire evacuation procedures and they practise them regularly.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the way children learn and of their developmental needs. She knows the children well and is aware of her role in supporting their learning. The childminder provides activities that help to develop their skills. For example, children enjoy the competition of a fishing game using magnetic rods. They add up their scores to see who has won. The childminder helps them to recognise the numbers and to understand mathematical concepts, such as 'more and less' and 'higher and lower'. Children explore a wide variety of craft materials and use their imagination to make their own creations. The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their physical skills as they play racing games in the garden and walk to the local park.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and content in the childminder's cosy and inviting home environment. They eagerly explore the activities and resources available. Children demonstrate by their behaviour that they feel safe and secure. The childminder operates an inclusive setting where children learn to value diversity. They learn about differences in people and the customs they celebrate. Children eagerly explore a board full of magnets obtained from families' holidays abroad. They chatter excitedly as they match them to pictures of flags on display to discover their country of origin. Children are confident and independent. They understand the rules and routines of the setting. The childminder prepares a fruit platter to welcome children home from school and she provides healthy and well-balanced freshly cooked meals.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY429245 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10070413 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 5 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 10 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Cuffley, Hertfordshire. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, before and after school from 7am until 9am and 3.15pm until 6.30pm, during school term time.

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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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