Keywood, Ursula

Inspection date 4 March 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 Not Applicable

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This provision is good

n The childminder has established a secure base for her childcare practice. She fully understands the legal requirements and continues to develop her knowledge, for example, by completing further training. n The childminder appreciates the principles of out-of-school care. She makes sure that children have time to relax and interact with their friends. She also offers them opportunities to participate in a wide variety of activities that aid their formal learning in school. n Children respond to the warm, caring environment created by the childminder. They recognise that she understands and respects their individuality and values their contributions. This aids them in developing confident attitudes that support their ability to learn. n The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents. She keeps them well informed of their children's activities, for example, through ongoing discussions and frequent

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This provision is good

newsletters. n Children gain a practical knowledge of diversity. For example, they participate in discussions and craft activities related to festivals and traditional celebrations. n The childminder does not always make the best use of outdoor areas for children who enjoy playing outside, in order to fully promote their enjoyment and aid them in extending their interests. n The childminder does not consistently make the best use of opportunities to support children in developing their understanding of healthy lifestyle practices.

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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 extend the use of outdoor areas to offer children who prefer to play outside further opportunities that enhance their enjoyment and extend their interests n enhance the daily opportunities that enable children to build their understanding of the relevance of healthy practices.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities indoors. She talked with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector reviewed an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of household members. She discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and viewed a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding procedures. n The inspector took account of the views of parents, as given in their written feedback to the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder completes further training to keep her knowledge of this area up to date. She is fully aware of potential threats to children's welfare, such as those posed by extreme views and practices, and understands how to report any concerns. The childminder conscientiously evaluates her work and seeks feedback from parents and children. She uses this information to inform improvements. Recent changes include the reorganisation of toys and resources so that children have further space to play and can make independent choices about their play. The childminder works well with schools that children attend. For example, she talks with teachers and is aware of what children are working on in school. She then offers them opportunities to talk about their work and build on their knowledge.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has good procedures to assess children when they first start attending. She uses this information to plan activities that relate to children's interests and needs. Children participate enthusiastically in play opportunities that aid them in developing the skills that support their learning. They learn to persevere and to solve problems. For example, when children have trouble putting the pieces of a game together, the childminder encourages them to look at the pictures on the box. They study these and keep trying until they are successful. The childminder plans activities well so that they capture children's interest. For example, children become engrossed and develop their creative skills as they decorate pictures associated with a festival. Children enjoy their time with the childminder and develop their learning as they play and have fun. For instance, they enjoy completing word-search puzzles that relate to fire safety and road

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

safety. They learn about their community and develop their knowledge of mathematics and reading as they visit the library and stop while out walking to look at bus timetables. The childminder talks clearly to children and encourages their communication skills. For example, children confidently explain the sequence of attending pre-school, nursery and Reception class.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works well with parents and gains a good understanding of children's needs. She pays close attention to ensuring that she fully understands each child and offers them pertinent support. The childminder makes good use of daily opportunities, such as discussions and ongoing explanations, to help children understand how their behaviour affects others. Children show care and respect for one another. For example, older children explain the rules of a game to younger ones and readily include them in their play. This supportive environment aids children in building positive emotional attitudes. Practical daily routines, such as being responsible for putting away their coats and bags and helping to set the table for snack time, support children in developing their independence. Children participate in activities that promote their physical development. For example, they develop control of their hand muscles as they select and join small

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

pieces when putting the components of a game together.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY563536 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10093903 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 4 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Berkhamsted. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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