Childminder in Medway

Inspection date 20 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 is vigilant about children's safety. She completes thorough risk assessments of the premises to identify and minimise potential hazards. This helps to ensure the environment is safe for children. n Parent partnerships are strong. The childminder provides parents with detailed information about activities that their children take part in. She regularly shares ideas to help support their home learning. Parents comment that they feel fully informed about their child's care and progress. n The childminder supports children to understand about keeping healthy. For example, she reminds children to wash their hands before eating and explains why this is important. n Children have good opportunities to develop their imagination. They enjoy role-play activities, for example, they pretend to take their baby dolls to the shops in pushchairs. n The childminder closely monitors children's learning and development. She ensures she

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This provision is good

identifies and addresses any emerging gaps swiftly. The childminder works closely with other agencies and providers to ensure children get the support they need to make good progress. n Sometimes, group activities do not fully support the individual learning needs of children of different ages and abilities. n The childminder has not fully developed the environment to provide quiet spaces for all children to rest if they choose to.

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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 adapt group activities more effectively to consider the learning needs of all children to extend learning to the highest level n develop the environment so that children have suitable spaces to rest and relax if they choose to.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the childminder during activities and free play, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector spoke with parents, read written feedback and took account of their views. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, such as children's records, and checked evidence of the suitability of household members.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The dedicated childminder is committed to providing a stimulating learning environment for children. There is a wide variety of resources suitable for children of different ages to help support all aspects of play and learning successfully. The childminder evaluates her provision well and gathers the views of parents, children and other professionals to help identify areas for improvement. The childminder attends regular training to successfully keep her knowledge and practice up to date. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a robust knowledge of potential signs of abuse or neglect. She knows the processes to follow should she have concerns regarding the welfare of children in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children at play and makes accurate assessments of their development. She successfully uses this information to plan activities that follow children's interests. The childminder uses a variety of ways to develop children's communication and language skills effectively. For example, she introduces the names of toy animals as children match them to corresponding pictures. The childminder interacts well with children as they play. She makes good use of opportunities to extend children's learning. For instance, children count the number of strawberries on their plates during snack time. The childminder supports children to learn about different cultures and ways of life. For example, she shares stories and frequently talks to the children about festivals such as Eid and Diwali.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children arrive smiling and are happy to see the childminder. She warmly welcomes them which helps to ensure they feel safe and secure. They settle quickly and confidently lead their own play. Children have positive relationships with the childminder. For example, they enjoy sharing experiences and stories about family life with her. The childminder is sensitive to children's needs. For instance, she offers lots of cuddles and reassurance if they become upset. Children are confident to ask the childminder for help if they need it. She uses praise and encouragement, which positively supports children's self-esteem and motivates them to learn. The childminder is a good role model for children and she gives clear messages about children's behaviour. She gently reminds them of rules and explains why certain behaviours are not acceptable.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate high levels of independence. For example, they cut up fruit and pour drinks at snack time. They have good opportunities to engage with the natural world. For instance, they enjoy walks to the local woods and make bird feeders to hang in the garden. Children enjoy regular outings, such as to farms and parks that enrich their learning and development. All children make good progress from their starting points. They acquire the skills they need for their next stage in learning and their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537397 Local authority Medway Inspection number 10090139 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Gillingham, Kent. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a childcare 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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