Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 21 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 has robust methods for the recruitment of assistants to ensure that all adults working with children are suitable to do so. The childminder supports her assistants with a thorough induction and helps them to develop their practice through regular meetings. n Methods of teaching are good. The childminder and her assistants use clear questioning skills to engage children in conversation. This helps to enhance children's communication and language skills. Children make good progress. n Children form strong relationships with the childminder and her assistants. They enjoy a cuddle while they listen to a story, and they call out to adults to join in their play. They are happy, secure and confident in the childminder's home. n The childminder does not use the information gained through her assessment of children's development well enough to precisely target children's next steps in learning.

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This provision is good

n Changes in routines are not consistently organised effectively. Children sometimes wait too long between play and learning opportunities to enable them to make the most of their time in the setting.

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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 better use of the overall good assessments to plan precise next steps in learning to help children make even better progress n review daily routines so that children are well occupied and do not wait for long periods, maximising their play and learning time in the setting.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities in the setting. n The inspector looked at samples of children's records and other documentation, including policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to the childminder, assistants 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 evaluates her provision for children effectively. The childminder and her assistants demonstrate a strong desire to improve. Recent self-evaluation has seen the development of the outdoor area to include more natural resources for children to explore. This helps to develop children's understanding of the world around them. The childminder and her assistants are committed to their professional development. Training on letters and sounds has seen the childminder enhance her teaching of early reading skills and improve her assessment of children's language skills. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistants have a sound knowledge of child protection and know what to do should they have concerns about a child in their care. The childminder implements robust polices and procedures that ensure children are cared for in a safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a well-equipped learning environment inside and outdoors that gives children the opportunity to enhance learning in all areas. The childminder and her assistants plan exciting activities that challenge the children and support them to achieve the next stage in their learning. The childminder has good partnerships with the children's parents, who speak highly of her. Information on children's development is frequently shared between the childminder and parents. This helps to provide a consistent approach to children's learning. Children learn early mathematical skills through play. For example, they practise counting as they look at books and during snack time. They learn to recognise numbers through drawing and colouring.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are well cared for and their individual needs are met. They settle quickly into the childminder's home. Children who speak English as an additional language are given extra support during the settling-in process by using visual aids. This helps the children to communicate their needs. Children learn to share with each other and take turns during play, which helps to develop their social skills. The childminder provides healthy meals for the children and talks about the types of food that are good for them. This helps them to make healthy choices in the future. The childminder and her assistants are good role models, and they explain the house rules and boundaries to the children. This helps children to understand their expectations of them. Children behave very well. They are frequently praised for their achievements. This helps to build their confidence and self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children, including those who speak English as an additional language, make good progress in their learning. They achieve the milestones expected for their age. Children leave the childminder's care well prepared for the next stage in their learning, such as nursery or school. Children become independent learners as they choose from the resources available. They are encouraged to have a go and try for themselves. Children learn skills for the future. For example, they independently wash their hands ready for mealtimes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540018 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10090426 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 12 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Watford, Hertfordshire. The childminder operates from 7am to 7pm on Monday to Friday, term time only. She holds a relevant level 3 early years qualification. The childminder works with two assistants.

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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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