Hodgson, Chelsea Samantha

Inspection date 5 February 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 understands how children learn. She uses her knowledge of the children's likes and dislikes to plan interesting and exciting activities indoors and outdoors. n Children form close and caring relationships with the childminder. They approach her for cuddles and comfort and enjoy the warm interaction they receive from her. n The childminder helps to support children's communication and language skills well. She engages in conversation with the children and asks them questions about what they are doing. The childminder encourages children to look at books and to listen to stories. Children make good progress from their starting points. n The childminder uses the information gained from her observations of children's play to accurately assess their progress and level of development. She uses the information to identify and help to close any gaps in their learning. n The childminder works well with parents and encourages them to play an active role in

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This provision is good

their children's learning. n At times, the childminder does not adapt planned activities well enough to fully engage younger children. n On occasions, the childminder does not make best use of planned and spontaneous play opportunities to extend children's mathematical skills.

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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 review the way that activities are planned and delivered to help all children, including the youngest, to fully benefit from the learning experience n extend opportunities for children to develop mathematical skills during play.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector observed an adult-led activity and evaluated this 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 spoke to children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs that could indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She knows who to contact should she have concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder ensures that children play in a safe environment. She demonstrates appropriate understanding about how to ensure that the adults that children come into contact with are suitable. The childminder has recently informed Ofsted about a change in her household members and is in the process of following Ofsted's procedures for checking the suitability of this person. The childminder is committed to continuously improving her provision for children. She takes on board comments from parents and acts on their requests. The childminder accesses online training to enhance her knowledge of childcare and to keep up to date with current guidance.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans and provides a good range of activities for children to help them to make progress. The childminder has obtained an allotment. She uses this space to provide daily outdoor play opportunities. For example, children learn to grow food at the allotment as well as use outdoor play equipment, including a 'mud kitchen', sand and water. During the inspection, children had fun making bird feeders. They scooped bird seed from a large bowl into their chosen vessel. They giggled excitedly as they stirred the seed and some flew out of the bowl. The childminder was close by to support their play and showed them how to use the spoons to scoop. Children enjoy a favourite story together. The childminder presents books and resources connected with the current theme. For example, some of the books relate to tractors and farm animals in preparation for a trip to a local farm later in the week.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show that they are settled and comfortable in the childminder's care. They confidently introduce themselves to visitors and tell them what they are doing. The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's emotional well-being and provides them with a caring and nurturing environment. Children understand the childminder's routines and simple house rules. For example, they know to go and wash their hands before having snack or lunch. Children get ready for their after-lunch sleep and quickly settle for a rest. The childminder makes good use of her local area to enhance children's physical development. She takes them to the nearby woods, visits parks and playgrounds and uses indoor play centres.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are beginning to develop independence and make choices in their play. Children use language effectively to communicate their needs and express themselves. Older children confidently name colours and shapes and are well prepared for their next stage of learning, such as school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY546581 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10093473 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 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Colchester, Essex. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays agreed in advance.

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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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