Childminder in Barnet

Inspection date 7 May 2019 Previous inspection date 25 July 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 The childminder observes and assesses children, and provides activities that support them to reach the next steps in their learning. The childminder monitors children's progress to identify and address any gaps in their learning and development. n The childminder is sensitive and caring, and has close bonds with the children. Children feel secure and are happy in the care of the childminder. n Children make good progress. Young children develop their physical skills. For example, they have good handling skills, which they develop as they learn to scoop and pour rice and pasta into different containers. n The childminder regularly reflects on her practice to make improvements. She seeks the feedback of parents and children. The childminder successfully adapts her approach to suit the needs of families using her service. n The childminder does not access professional development sufficiently regularly to raise

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This provision is good

the quality of teaching to an even higher level. n The childminder does not routinely build on opportunities that arise in play and daily routines to extend children's ability of counting.

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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 access specific and targeted professional development to raise the quality of teaching even further n make better use of opportunities to support children's understanding and use of mathematics, especially counting.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed activities while children played in the indoor area. She discussed how children learn with the childminder. n The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's training, and checked evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household. n The inspector looked at a selection of children's assessment records and planning, policies and procedures, and a range of other documentation. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times through the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is aware of her responsibilities and works hard to keep children safe. The childminder knows children well and is confident with regard to recognising and recording concerns, for example any changes in children's behaviour. She knows the procedures to follow to report concerns. The childminder has developed strong partnerships. For example, she accesses information from another childminder, where care is shared. They exchange information on a daily basis to help consistency in children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wide range of books that children access easily. Children are excited and totally engaged in the stories they choose. The childminder listens intently to children's questions, and responds well to their eagerness to learn. She introduces creative ways to help children to enjoy reading, and to build on their speaking and comprehension skills. For example, the childminder provides a wide range of props and uses a range of vocabulary when she speaks to children. She asks questions to help them predict what happens next as they follow a familiar story. This helps children to think and problem solve, while thoroughly enjoying the activity. Interaction is good as the childminder encourages children to extend their vocabulary. For example, she recalls the list of foods in the story. She then asks children to describe the foods they have drawn, and to name the colours they have used. Children practise writing with pens on

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

large paper. This helps them to develop early writing skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder manages children's behaviour well. Regular use of praise and encouragement helps to support children's confidence and self-esteem. The childminder ensures children have access to freshly cooked healthy meals and snacks daily. She reminds children about the importance of good hygiene, such as washing germs off their hands before eating. The childminder provides a good range of resources and activities that help children to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others. This helps them to understand about the cultures and beliefs of people in their own community and in the wider world. Regular trips to the park and local area help children develop their muscles and build upper body strength.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. Toddlers enjoy chopping and slicing fruit for a snack. They develop good skills in personal hygiene and self-reliance. Children learn to manage their self-care needs independently. Toddlers make decisions about their play and can confidently dress themselves at an early age. Children express themselves well. They are motivated and enjoy their learning. Children develop good skills to help prepare them for the next stage in their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475291 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10061433 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 2 - 2 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 25 July 2016

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The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Barnet, in the London Borough of Barnet. She provides care during flexible hours each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, throughout most of the year, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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