Childminder in Islington

Inspection date 27 March 2019 Previous inspection date 23 March 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 are confident, happy and settled in this welcoming environment. They explore freely and make independent choices about their play. n Children form very strong attachments with the childminder and her assistants. They know the children well and are committed to ensuring that they feel safe and secure. This supports children's emotional well-being effectively. n The childminder uses detailed observations and accurate assessments to swiftly identify areas of need. She plans appropriate and interesting activities and resources to support children's individual learning. n All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enjoy their learning and make good progress in their development. n The childminder reflects well on her practice and environment. She uses ongoing self- evaluation to build on the strengths of her setting. She has plans in place to improve

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This provision is good

her already good outdoor area further. n The childminder and her assistants are vigilant in their supervision of children and alert to potential risks, such as children climbing onto chairs. However, at times they do not fully use opportunities like this to teach children about safety and allow them the space to do things for themselves. n The childminder supports her staff well. She monitors their practice and provides constructive feedback and support. Nevertheless, a more rigorous approach to her assistants' professional development would enhance their knowledge and teaching skills to the best possible levels.

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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 review and strengthen opportunities to teach children about potential hazards and how to act safely n focus on professional development opportunities more precisely to help drive forward the quality of practice and teaching to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all the parts of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's and her assistants' interactions with children and evaluated the impact this has on their care and learning. n The inspector looked at a range of relevant documentation, including children's records, safeguarding procedures and evidence of the suitability of adults living and working on the premises. n The inspector spoke with the childminder, her assistants and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector read the views of parents and took these into account.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistants have a good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk of harm. They know who to contact should they have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder uses risk assessments effectively to identify and address hazards to children in her home and when on outings. This helps her to keep children safe and secure while in her care. Partnership with parents is strong. Parents appreciate the 'calm, relaxed and happy' environment and the excellent communication they have with the childminder, including the online learning journals and daily conversations. Parents regularly share information about their children's learning at home and from other professionals involved in their children's care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistants sensitively interact with children as they learn. They play alongside children and model ways to do things. For example, during construction time, the childminder showed a child how to use a grabber to pick up and move bricks. Children initiate story time. An assistant reads 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 copy words she says, such as 'river' and 'snow'. This helps to promote their communication, language and literacy skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistants are good role models. They are respectful to one another and the children, and are sensitive and caring. Children have ample opportunity to get to know their local community. They enjoy daily trips out locally and further afield, such as to museums and parks. The childminder provides opportunities for children to be outdoors and to engage in physical activity. They are learning about leading a healthy lifestyle. For example, they eat fruit for snack, follow good hygiene routines and grow vegetables in their garden. Children learn about people who are different from themselves. For instance, they learn about a range of festivals and various traditions.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are learning skills which will support their move on to the next stage of their learning. They listen, concentrate and are eager to learn. They join in with the actions and some of the words to their favourite songs and stories. Children are developing their mathematical skills. For example, they count in sequence as they play and pour water in different-sized containers and use language such as 'small', 'big' and 'bigger'. Children are building on their independence skills and carry out small tasks for themselves, such as pouring their own milk into their breakfast cereal.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY259469 Local authority Islington Inspection number 10073200 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 - 4 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 23 March 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in the Hornsey Lane area, in the London Borough of Islington. The childminder operates all year round, Monday to Thursday from 8.30am to 5.30pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. She works with assistants.

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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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