Childminder in Essex

Inspection date 13 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 Children develop close bonds with the childminder. They are confident, happy and settled in the friendly and homely environment. n The childminder gathers information from parents when children start at the setting and uses this to plan for their interests, care routines and developmental needs. n The childminder provides effective support to help children to manage their behaviour. Children are encouraged to share, use good manners and take turns. n Children enjoy playing with a wide range of good-quality toys and resources. The childminder manages the play space successfully to help children develop their independence. n The childminder provides good opportunities for children to be physically active; she supports their health and well-being effectively. n The childminder's monitoring of children's progress is not yet highly effective in focusing on, and maintaining, the highest levels of achievement for all children.

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This provision is good

n The childminder does not consistently extend opportunities for children to see print in a variety of ways and build on their literacy skills. n The childminder does not always fully reflect the backgrounds and different cultures of those children attending her 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 improve the monitoring of children's progress across all seven areas of learning and use the information to target teaching to help children make the best possible progress n enrich opportunities to promote and extend children's early reading skills n strengthen the experiences children have within the setting to reflect their family backgrounds and cultures.

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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 outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held 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 during 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 demonstrates a good understanding of her responsibilities to identify and respond to any concerns about children's welfare. For example, she accesses training and reads information online. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the actions to take if she suspects that a child is at risk of harm. The premises are safe and secure. The childminder reviews her provision to identify any areas for improvement. She seeks the views of parents as part of her self- evaluation procedures. The childminder understands the importance of working with staff at other early years settings. This helps to promote continuity in children's learning and development. The childminder maintains and successfully implements all required records, policies and procedures that are required to meet children's needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children thoroughly enjoy the childminder's company. She has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning. The childminder consistently talks to the children, commenting on what they are doing and asking questions to encourage their thinking and exploration. This allows the children to predict and test out their ideas. The childminder helps children to count and talk about quantities, such as 'more' and 'less'. The childminder uses a rich range of language and supports children to become confident communicators. Parents value the support their children get from the childminder and feel well informed about what they do and learn. This helps to support their learning at home. Children go on treasure hunts around the local community and regularly visit local farms; as a result they learn to appreciate the natural world.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop close bonds with the childminder. She is a good role model and helps children to develop positive relationships. She encourages good levels of independence, such as providing opportunities for children to prepare their own healthy snack, put on their coats and shoes and help tidy up. The childminder helps children to develop a basic understanding of health and hygiene, such as reminding them to wash their hands at appropriate times during the day. The childminder adopts a positive approach to managing behaviour to help foster children's self-esteem. She praises children's efforts and achievements and offers clear explanations as children learn to show consideration for others, share and take turns.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children achieve well at the levels typical for their age. They develop good listening, understanding and speaking skills, such as asking questions and initiating conversations. Children count confidently in their play and are beginning to recognise different mathematical concepts, such as size and shape. They learn to manage their self-care needs independently and they confidently make decisions in their play. Children learn how to cooperate with others and develop the skills and attitudes they need for the next stage in their learning, including starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542630 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10092490 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 3 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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