Childminder EY388930

Inspection date 5 March 2019 Previous inspection date 11 September 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 has made significant changes to her provision since her last inspection. These changes have improved safeguarding arrangements and the quality of teaching, resulting in good outcomes for children. n Children develop close bonds with the childminder and her assistant. They are confident, happy and settled in the friendly and homely environment. n The areas used for childminding are safe, inviting and welcoming. Children are able to choose from a good selection of interesting toys and play materials. They show interest in the world around them and enjoy spending time inside and outdoors. n The childminder skilfully supports children's early language and communication. She comments on children's play and clearly uses single words and short phrases for younger children to copy. n Both the childminder and her assistant are good role models and give children lots of praise and encouragement. Children behave well and develop good manners. They

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This provision is good

learn to demonstrate kindness and develop positive attitudes towards others. 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. n At times, the childminder does not adapt adult-led activities well enough to ensure she fully interests and engages all children. n The childminder does not always promote effective strategies to support parents in extending their child's learning at home.

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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 in order to help children make the best possible progress n develop the support children receive during adult-led activities to interest and engage them all consistently n strengthen opportunities for sharing ideas and activities with parents to support them in extending children's learning at home.

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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 and her assistant. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and her assistant. 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 has a good understanding of how to recognise and report any child protection concerns, to help keep children safe. She makes sure her assistant is familiar with policies and procedures and is suitable for her role. Both the childminder and her assistant attend a variety of training courses to update their skills and knowledge. They use this information to benefit children's care and learning. The childminder is organised and has a professional approach. For example, she keeps comprehensive childminding records. The childminder is fully aware of the benefits of working with other providers, such as other settings children attend on a part-time basis. She reflects on what she does and is motivated to improve the quality of her provision. The childminder regularly invites feedback from parents and children to help her monitor and evaluate her service.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant sensitively interact with children as they play. Children initiate story time. The childminder assistant sits with the children and encourages them to turn the pages. She uses an expressive tone and asks a range of questions. Children respond with enthusiasm and anticipate what will happen next. This helps to promote their communication, language and literacy skills. The childminder plays alongside children and models ways to do things. For example, during a planting activity, she shows the children what to do. This helps them to understand the steps they need to take to plant the seeds into the soil and learn about what helps them grow. In addition, using pictures, the childminder teaches children the names of the vegetables each seed will become.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have warm, close relationships with both the childminder and her assistant. They offer children gentle guidance and praise, and help young children feel safe and secure. For instance, they carefully follow children's familiar home routines when they start. Children behave well and show concern for one another. They learn to value each other's differences, for example the languages their friends speak at home. Children are independent at mealtimes and motivated to do things for themselves during personal care routines. Children develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, they are highly active and enjoy playing outdoors. Children learn to move their bodies in a variety of ways during yoga sessions. This helps to promote their physical well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are independent and make confident choices about their day. They are assured communicators with strong social skills. They play happily together and share well, waiting patiently for their turn. Children become engrossed in activities. They concentrate well and are eager to learn. Older children count confidently and recognise the letters of their name. They are well prepared for their future learning and for the move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY388930 Local authority Southend-on-Sea Inspection number 10079010 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 12 Number of children on roll 28 Date of previous inspection 11 September 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She employs an assistant.

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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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