Childminder EY264481

Inspection date 6 June 2019 Previous inspection date 24 November 2015

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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 has developed warm relationships with the children in her care. Her sensitive interactions help children to feel emotionally secure and confident in the setting. n The childminder plans exciting activities that capture children's interests. This helps them to make progress in their learning. For example, children smile with delight as they search through shredded paper to find the toy animals that the childminder has hidden. n Parents are highly complimentary about the service that the childminder provides. They describe the childminder as being dedicated, calm and patient. They say they feel privileged to have their children in her care. They particularly value the wide range of activities that children experience outside of the setting, such as visits to the park and local playgroups. n The childminder works closely with other providers to ensure continuity in children's learning. For example, she plans activities that link to the letter sounds that children

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This provision is good

are learning at school. n The childminder has not fully established rigorous systems of self-evaluation that will develop her practice to an outstanding level. n Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to help children persevere with challenges. For example, she helps children with things they could try to do for themselves.

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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 strengthen the use of self-evaluation to effectively identify areas for improvement to raise the quality of the setting to an outstanding level n enhance the quality of teaching even further by providing more opportunities for children to encounter and persevere with challenges.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector observed a planned activity and evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and looked at relevant documentation. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The safety and well-being of children is of paramount importance to the childminder. She is vigilant in monitoring potential risks in the home and in the local environment. The childminder has attended recent safeguarding training and has an excellent awareness of the possible signs of abuse. She is confident in the steps to take if she has concerns about a child. She has clear policies and procedures in place that support her daily practice. The childminder has developed a network of professional support with other childminders. They meet regularly to share their ideas and knowledge. This supports the childminder to develop her practice and to stay up to date with any changes in legislation.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular and accurate assessments of children's development. She uses this information to plan the next steps in learning for each child. The childminder plans activities that motivate children and help them to learn new skills. For example, she wraps toy animals in paper for children to open. Children develop their small-muscle skills as they excitedly unwrap each parcel to discover the animal hidden inside. The childminder models language that helps children use new vocabulary. Very young children repeat the language that they hear, using words like 'rhinoceros' and 'starfish'. When reading books to young children, the childminder asks questions that encourage them to think and have their own ideas. She gives children the time they need to think, and waits patiently for them to articulate their thoughts.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is an excellent role model for children. She demonstrates kindness and understanding, helping children learn how to play well together. Children benefit from opportunities to socialise with a wider group of children during trips to playgroups and parks. The childminder promotes the good health of children by providing daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. The childminder has established clear rules and routines that help children to behave well. Her encouragement and praise helps children to develop positive self-esteem and confidence in their own abilities. Children thoroughly enjoy their time at the setting. The memorable experiences provided by the childminder help children to develop a love of learning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children display high levels of concentration in the different things that they do. They independently choose to look at books, noticing the small details in the pictures. They display good physical skills as they carefully turn the pages. Children use mathematical language as they compare the size of different dinosaurs. They develop their creativity and imagination as they make up stories with puppets. They are friendly, cooperative and communicate their needs well. Children make good progress from their starting points and are well prepared for their next stage in learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY264481 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10063555 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 24 November 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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