Childminder in Newham

Inspection date 3 June 2019 Previous inspection date 30 July 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Met 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 does not encourage parents to share updated medical information effectively, to ensure children's individual needs are met. n At times, the assistant misses opportunities to extend children's learning fully, for example by asking questions to encourage them to think further. n While children make good progress, the childminder has not fully developed strong links with all the settings that children attend to share more information and promote continuity in children's learning. n The childminder and her assistant keep parents updated with the progress their children are making, which supports children's learning further at home. n Children are very happy and settled, and their emotional well-being is supported well. The childminder and her assistant provide a welcoming and warm environment where children make choices about their play. n The childminder and her assistant teach children about their community well. For

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This provision is good

example, children enjoy trips to local groups, the library and the park, where they socialise with others. n The childminder uses detailed policies and procedures to help protect children's welfare and promote their learning and development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date strength partnerships with parents when sharing information. 28/06/2019

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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 further extend children's thinking and learning to the highest level so they make good progress. n strengthen the links with all settings that children attend and share more information to provide continuity in children's learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and in the garden, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder and held discussions at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a range of documents, such as children's observations and assessments, training records and a sample of policies and procedures. The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection and took account of parents' views through written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant have good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. They are confident about the action to take should they have a concern about a child in their care. They complete thorough risk assessments to ensure the environment is safe and free from hazards. The childminder effectively supervises her assistant to identify training needs and professional development. This helps to provide high-quality and consistent care for children. The childminder and her assistant keep parents regularly updated and involve them in all aspects of their children's care. Parents complete questionnaires and give positive feedback. The childminder gathers their views and uses these to help shape her service.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant know the children very well. They plan activities that are enjoyable to help each child make progress. Children benefit from a high level of quality discussion that helps to raise their communication and language skills. This also supports children who speak English as an additional language, who make good progress. Interactions between children and the assistant are lively and friendly. They look at books together and children enjoy listening to familiar stories and joining in with the repeating text. For example, they use words such as 'under it', 'over it' and 'it's a beautiful day'. Children play well in groups and wait for their turn when sharing the resources, such as glue during art and craft activities. Children's mathematical development is promoted. For example, the childminder and her assistant use accurate language to improve children's awareness of colour and quantity.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and the assistant care for children in a positive and encouraging environment. They praise the children for their efforts, which builds their confidence and self-esteem. Children adopt healthy eating habits. For instance, they learn to peel oranges with little support and help themselves to water. The childminder teaches children to keep themselves safe. For example, children line up and wait for an adult before going to the garden. The childminder and her assistant are good role models and teach children to be polite and respectful. They share different songs and rhymes to help children become familiar with words. Children follow the rules, help one another and use good manners from an early age.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They confidently join in singing songs as they tidy away toys. Children develop a good understanding of personal hygiene. For example, they know when to wash their hands at certain times. Younger children stimulate their curiosity with sensory objects. Children are curious and excited to learn, and show a keen interest in exploring the outdoors. For instance, they use a magnifying glass to explore snails and look for treasure. Older children show good teamwork as they discuss where to place the table for an adult-led activity.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442691 Local authority Newham Inspection number 10104774 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 30 July 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012. She works with an assistant and her childminding service operates from her assistant's home in Plaistow, in the London Borough of Newham. The childminder holds a childcare 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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