Childminder in Islington

Inspection date 14 June 2019 Previous inspection date 1 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 The childminder constantly nurtures children's emotional well-being. Children happily include the childminder in their activities and enjoy spending time with her. The setting is warm, comfortable and welcoming. Children flourish in the inclusive environment the childminder works hard to create. n Parents praise the childminder. They say she is particularly skilled at supporting the learning of children of different ages as they play together. Parents are supported in extending their children's learning at home. For example, they are able to borrow books and resources. Children benefit from the continuity in their learning. n The childminder embeds mathematical learning into many of the activities she provides. Children enjoy using their learning as they count, recognise numbers and explore different shapes. n Resources are varied, easily accessible and used effectively to enrich children's learning

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This provision is good

experiences. For instance, the childminder creates little dens in different parts of the setting for children to discover as they move around the premises. n The childminder does not involve parents as fully as possible in assessing their children's starting points when they join the setting. n Children don't always have as many opportunities as possible to think about, and express, their own ideas during activities.

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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 how children's starting points are assessed so any gaps in their learning can be identified as quickly as possible. n provide children with further opportunities to formulate their own ideas to support their problem-solving skills as fully as possible.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector viewed the rooms and resources used by the children. n The inspector observed children as they were engaged in a variety of activities and reflected on the impact of teaching with the childminder. n The inspector discussed with the childminder the arrangements to observe and assess children's progress. n The inspector considered how the childminder reflects on her practice and the links she makes with parents. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she met the recommendation made at the last inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands the signs and symptoms that may cause her concern about the welfare of a child in her care. She knows the procedure to follow if she has any concerns. The childminder has made herself aware of how to recognise any children who may be at risk of being exposed to extreme ideas or behaviours. She knows the numbers of children she may care for, and maintains the correct ratios at all times. The childminder reflects on her service and constantly seeks ways to develop her setting. For example, she has plans to reorganise the spaces children use to enhance their learning experiences even further. The childminder works effectively with other professionals to support children's development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has built on her professional skills and knowledge to support the learning of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Children benefit from stimulating opportunities to explore the local area and wider city in which they live. For example, they travel on public transport, and visit museums and local attractions. Children learn about people whose lives may be different to their own. The childminder is skilled at supporting children's developing speech and language. She uses a wide vocabulary and provides an environment rich in books, words and conversation. Using her regular observations effectively, the childminder plans what children need to learn next. Children make good progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy learning about their similarities and differences as they explore photographs and talk about each other's families and special people. The childminder supports children's physical well-being, for instance, as they climb, roll and slide during soft play. They regularly carry out simple self-care tasks. For example, after activities children decide they need to wash their hands and proudly announce how they can do it themselves. They are self-motivated and excited by their independence skills. Children's social skills develop as they attend local drop-in groups and learn to play in larger groups of children.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy, confident and eager to learn. They are able to concentrate for good periods of time. Younger children are focused as they draw and older children spend considerable time designing cards for Father's Day. All children gain satisfaction from their activities. Children understand how their behaviour impacts on others and are kind and caring to each other. For example, older children gently stroke the hair of younger ones to offer comfort and friendship. Children are prepared well for the next stage in their learning and their outcomes are improved.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY336545 Local authority Islington Inspection number 10073692 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 9 Date of previous inspection 1 April 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in the London Borough of Islington. The childminder operates her service Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6.30pm, for 48 weeks of the year. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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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Registers

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