Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 19 February 2019 Previous inspection date 9 March 2016

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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 Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder's home is warm and welcoming. She provides a wide range of toys and activities for children to make their own choices in their play. Children make good progress in all aspects of their learning and development. n The childminder knows the children very well. She adapts activities and outings to reflect children's emerging interests and stage of development. For example, they thoroughly enjoy going to the cinema and trips to London on the train. n The childminder is a good role model. Recent training has supported her in managing children's behaviour successfully. She provides consistent boundaries and expectations and offers clear explanations to children about why certain behaviour is not acceptable. She gently reminds them about using good manners, taking turns and playing cooperatively. n The childminder has developed friendly relationships with parents. Written feedback demonstrates the high regard they have for her. Parents appreciate the interesting

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This provision is good

activities and outings that the childminder arranges for their children. n Children are offered many exciting opportunities to learn about the world around them and their local community. They enjoy regular visits to the zoo and farm. Children talk about their favourite animals, and about feeding the ducks on the lake. n The childminder does not consistently encourage parents to share information about their child's learning at home. n The childminder's self-evaluation does not consistently highlight specific areas for improvement, and does not routinely include the views of parents and children to support her evaluations.

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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 enhance the opportunities for parents to share information about their children's learning at home, to further promote their learning and development n use self-evaluation more effectively to help develop the quality of the provision even further, and gather the views of parents and children in the evaluation process.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the areas used by children. n The inspector observed children interacting with the childminder. n The inspector discussed children's learning and development 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 took account of the views of parents through reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has recently updated her knowledge of child protection and understands the local safeguarding procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. She checks her home regularly for possible risks and takes appropriate action to ensure that it remains a safe place for children. The childminder is aware of her duty to prevent children from being drawn into extreme views and teaches them to have respect for each other. There are appropriate medication and accident procedures that help to promote children's safety and welfare. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively and is aware of areas where children may require additional support.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observations and assessments to plan activities which build on what children can do. Children's language development is supported effectively. The childminder models and repeats words for children to hear, helping them to develop a wide range of vocabulary. Children show an interest in technological toys. They learn how to operate simple mechanisms, such as turning knobs and pushing buttons. Children follow their interests and play with toys and resources which capture their imagination. The childminder helps children to develop their early mathematical skills. For example, she uses games and puzzles to teach children about numbers and colours.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and show that they feel settled and relaxed. The childminder encourages children to have healthy lifestyles. For example, they use good hygiene routines and enjoy eating healthy meals and snacks. Children are encouraged to be independent from a young age. For example, they tidy up their toys and wash their hands before eating. Children learn to be part of a group, understand rules and show respect for the feelings and choices of others. They have daily opportunities to experience fresh air and physical exercise in the childminder's garden. They enjoy using the large trampoline and riding on the bicycles and scooters. The childminder teaches children simple rules that help them to keep safe on outings and when they walk to school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development from their individual starting points. They are working securely within the stage of development expected for their age. Young children show good social skills and develop confidence in new situations, such as attending pre-school. They put on their own shoes before going outside and develop personal care skills. They are making good friendships and they enjoy playing together. Children are developing the skills that will help to prepare them for the next stage in their learning and their eventual move on to nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493414 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10076556 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 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 21 Date of previous inspection 9 March 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Buntingford. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early years education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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