Childminder, Out-of school day care in Richmond upon Thames

Inspection date 11 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 Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder has made a good start to her childminding practice. She makes positive changes to her provision to continually improve the outcomes for the children. n The childminder works closely with parents. She shares knowledge gained from online reading with parents, such as how to support children's healthy eating at home. This benefits children's development and well-being effectively. Parents say good things about the childminder's service. n Children show that they are comfortable with the childminder. They share lots of laughter during play, particularly outdoors. Children are safe and emotionally secure. n Children enjoy a wide range of learning opportunities, some of which are linked to their current interests. For example, they develop good mathematical skills as they count, sort and match small-world toys. Children make consistently good progress given their starting points and any gaps in their development are closing swiftly.

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This provision is good

n At times, the childminder is too quick to offer her own ideas and suggestions to children, such as during activities. This does not encourage children's learning to the fullest. n The childminder has not yet established a working partnership with the teachers at the other setting that children attend. This does not fully support a continuity in children's care and learning.

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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 make more effective use of opportunities to help children to develop and extend their ideas and imagination n establish a good working partnership with teachers at the other setting that children attend, to achieve a continued approach to children's learning and care.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding. She observed a variety of activities inside and outside. n The inspector evaluated one of the activities with the childminder and discussed the impact this has on children's learning. She engaged with children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she helps children's learning and development. She sampled children's learning records. n The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process and sampled documentation, such as policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke with parents to gain their views of the quality of the provision.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is proactive in supporting her professional development. For example, following training she has secured her knowledge of how to observe children's patterns of play. This has had a positive impact particularly on the provision for the younger children. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to ensure that children are safe at the setting. For example, she has placed additional fencing on the front of her home to ensure children's welfare. The childminder knows how to identify and report any concerns to help keep children safe. Self-evaluation process is rigorous. The childminder seeks the views of parents and children to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes and monitors children's learning regularly and precisely. She makes effective use of the information to motivate children to learn. The childminder engages children well during play. Together they spend time looking at books to discuss what children already know. This helps children to develop their communication skills effectively. Children enjoy playing with malleable resources, such as flour and water. They use their senses and learn through exploration. The childminder provides children with opportunities to develop their early literacy. For instance, she teaches children how to handle tools for drawing and writing their name, in readiness for school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supervises children well. She forms a strong attachment with the children, providing them with good levels of self-esteem and confidence. The childminder helps children to learn about the world around them. This includes organising regular outings, such as to playgroups and local parks. This enables children to gain social skills as they interact with other people. Children enjoy being physically active. For example, they have a wonderful time as they play with balls outdoors. This aids children's strength and coordination successfully. Indoors, they engage in craft activities that help to improve their small-muscle skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Overall, children of all ages are well prepared for the next transition in their learning, including their move on to school. They are independent learners. For instance, older children are very keen to help out and do things for themselves. They are good at managing their own hygiene and personal needs. Children are also well mannered. They know how to wait and speak in a polite way. Children understand the rules and boundaries well, which helps guide their good behaviour.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543428 Local authority Richmond Upon Thames Inspection number 10090349 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the London Borough of Richmond-upon- Thames. She offers her service during term time only from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant 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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Registers

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