Childminder EY553238

Inspection date 22 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 Parents positively value the good communication they receive from the childminder about their children's care and learning. They particularly appreciate the way in which they can see their children learning and developing in the childminder's care. n The childminder consistently uses spontaneous opportunities to follow children's lead during play. She plans varied activities that encourage children to explore for themselves as they learn to play cooperatively together. n The childminder places a strong focus on developing children's communication and language skills. She talks to them and asks questions to encourage their thinking skills. n Children enjoy a wide range of healthy meals and snacks, which are freshly prepared by the childminder. They have daily opportunities for outdoor play during regular outings into the community, particularly the local parks. n Children behave well. The childminder is a good role model and provides children with

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This provision is good

consistent boundaries and clear expectations. She works closely with parents to help promote children's good behaviour at home. n The childminder has not yet established systems to share information about children's development with other childcare providers, to support effective continuity for children. n Opportunities for children to hear and see their home languages displayed in the setting and to integrate this into their play are not so well developed.

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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 build stronger partnerships with other early years settings children also attend to help enhance continuity in their care and learning n support children further who speak additional languages to hear and see visual references to their home languages and incorporate this within their play and learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed children participating in activities and interacting with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector held a discussion and viewed parents' written feedback. n The inspector reviewed the children's assessment records and a selection of policies and procedures. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about activities and how they benefit children's learning. n The inspector had a tour of the home environment with the childminder and discussed safety for children.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder ensures that her premises are secure and conducts regular risk assessments to minimise hazards in the play environment. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder follows clear policies and procedures that she shares with parents to help her keep children safe. She knows how to report any concerns if she suspects a child is at risk of harm. She has good links with other professionals and is knowledgeable about children's levels of development. She uses this to plan appropriate challenges to support children's progress. The childminder evaluates her provision and identifies areas of the environment that she would like to develop further. The childminder works closely with her early years coordinator, following guidance to keep well-organised records that help her to support the safe and efficient running of the setting.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is skilled at finding learning opportunities arising from children's interests. For example, when children are inspired by their favourite story she takes them on a nature walk to collect items to make their favourite character, bringing this to life with the children. She sits with children to play and talks about what they are doing. She listens to what they are saying and answers their questions, pronouncing words clearly to help develop children's language skills. Children develop their understanding of mathematics as they help to measure and pour the paint in different sized containers. They count how many bumps there are on the egg carton to make their caterpillar. Children benefit from lots of fresh air and exercise, which contributes to their good health. The childminder promotes children's physical coordination skills very well. They climb and balance with confidence on the slide and thoroughly enjoy digging for worms

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder tailors her settling-in procedures to the individual needs of each child and their family. For example, she helps younger children settle by having familiar toys and books available for them when they arrive. This helps support children effectively as they arrive happy and eager to join in with the play. The childminder promotes children's personal, social and emotional development effectively. She gives regular praise and reassurance, which helps even very young children to know what they have done well. Children learn social skills, such as sharing and taking turns, and play well together. They are happy and confident and freely choose from a wide range of toys and resources that are easily accessible to them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy the opportunity to explore their environment. They can access the resources they want to play with independently. They develop their imagination and creativity as they create their favourite characters from natural materials they have collected. Children are learning to be respectful and build caring relationships with their friends. These are key skills that help ensure they are well prepared for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY553238 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 10078701 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 2 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. She provides all day care, each weekday, throughout the year.

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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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