Childminder in Enfield

Inspection date 8 May 2019 Previous inspection date 28 April 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 Parents praise the childminder and are happy with the care and learning she provides. They say their children make good progress. n The childminder regularly reflects on her service and gathers the views of parents and children. She carefully plans what improvements she would like to make. For example, she is putting strategies in place to enhance children's outdoor learning experiences. n Children say they enjoy spending time with the childminder. She is warm, caring and nurtures children's emotional well-being. Children settle very quickly and are secure in their relationships with her. For example, they confidently turn to her for help and support, if needed. n Children easily access a wide range of interesting resources which support all areas of learning. n The childminder makes regular, detailed observations of children's learning. She uses this information effectively to plan what they need to learn next. The childminder

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This provision is good

improves children's outcomes. n The childminder does not consistently identify what children are interested in doing during adult-led activities, so misses some opportunities to build on their learning. n The childminder does not explore additional ways in which she can develop her professional knowledge as fully as possible.

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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 build on children's immediate interests during adult-led activities to extend learning as fully as possible n explore additional opportunities to build on professional skills and knowledge to raise the quality of teaching even higher.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed children as they were engaged in a variety of activities. n The inspector looked at the rooms, outside area and resources used by the children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she met the recommendations made at the last inspection. n The inspector considered how the childminder reflects on her practice and her partnerships with parents. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she observes and assesses the children's progress, and discussed the teaching and learning that took place.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands the signs and symptoms which may give her cause for concern about the welfare of a child in her care. She knows the procedure to follow should she have any concerns. The childminder has made herself aware of how to identify any children who may be at risk of exposure to extreme ideas or behaviours. She identifies children who may need additional support and puts strategies in place to help them catch up. This supports, for example, children who are learning English as an additional language. The childminder works effectively with other professionals to support children's learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder incorporates mathematics into a wide variety of activities. For example, children count, explore shapes and complete puzzles. Children enjoy physical activities. The youngest children practise their new walking skills while older ones excitedly join in with the actions for their favourite songs. Children regularly access books and eagerly settle down to listen to a story. They laugh as they share their ideas about which forms of transport the characters should travel in. The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents. She regularly provides them with advice on how to support their children's learning at home. Children benefit from the continuity in their learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children regularly play in larger groups of children. Their social skills develop well. They learn about the local area and people whose lives may be different to their own, for example, as they walk to the library or nearby green spaces. Children learn about the natural world as they climb trees. The childminder supports them in learning to manage their own risk. Children learn about leading a healthy lifestyle as they eat the appetising and nutritious food the childminder provides. They are sociable and confident and happily share their toys and activities with each other.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are self-motivated and eager to learn. They become engrossed in their activities and are able to concentrate for long periods. Children explore textures, colours and shapes as they make and use play dough. They are confident in trying new experiences and enjoy using new skills, for instance, as they master how to use plastic scissors. Children use their developing language to talk about what they are making. For example, they exclaim with delight and say they have made a 'star'. Younger children spontaneously start to sing their favourite song. Children use their imaginations as they pretend to cook. They are prepared well for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY472803 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 10062883 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 28 April 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in the London Borough of Enfield. The childminder operate her service Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, for 48 weeks of the year. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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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