Childminder, Out-of school day care in Southend on Sea

Inspection date 19 June 2019 Previous inspection date 23 May 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 Not Applicable

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This provision is good

n Children demonstrate that they are happy and settled, and clearly enjoy spending time with the childminder. She provides a welcoming and homely environment where children can play safely. Children have fun with the childminder. She has a good understanding of the needs of children after a full day in school. n The childminder develops warm relationships with the children and values them as individuals. She takes time to get to know their likes and dislikes, routines and interests. She builds on their skills and plans exciting activities for them to enjoy. n Children are taken on outings in the local community, which help to enhance their experiences and enable them to learn about the world around them. For example, they visit the nature reserve, have picnics on the beach and choose pumpkins from the pumpkin fields. n The childminder supports children's understanding about living a healthy lifestyle. She

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This provision is good

talks to them about which foods are good for them and encourages them to eat fruit and vegetables. Children benefit from regular fresh air and exercise. They enjoy going to the park, where they play on the swings, climbing frame and slide. n Children's communication and language are supported well. The childminder continually talks to children and asks them questions, such as what they enjoy doing at school. Children talk confidently with each other, the childminder and visitors. n The childminder enjoys friendly relationships with parents. This helps to contribute towards meeting children's individual needs. Parents say they are very happy with the care their children receive. n The childminder does not make the most of opportunities for professional development in order to further improve her knowledge and good practice. n The childminder's self-evaluation does not consistently highlight specific areas for

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This provision is good

improvement in order to raise the quality of the provision to the highest level.

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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 extend the use of further training opportunities to enhance existing knowledge and good practice further n make more consistent use of self-evaluation to help secure further improvements and raise the quality of the provision to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the areas used by the children. n The inspector observed the children interacting with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has completed safeguarding training and has a secure understanding of possible signs that could indicate that children are at risk of harm. She is aware of the procedure to follow should she need to report any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder regularly checks the house and garden to identify and minimise any possible risks to children. She also carries out risk assessments for outings. The childminder involves children in regular fire drills to ensure they know what to do in the event of a fire. She keeps detailed records of children's attendance and all required documentation to support children's well-being. The childminder has formed good relationships with the teachers in the schools that children attend. This helps to ensure continuity in their care and learning and supports children's individual needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well. She makes sure there are plenty of activities available to interest everyone. Children talk enthusiastically about the things they enjoy doing at the childminder's house. For example, they love drawing and writing, completing puzzles and playing games with their friends. The childminder has a wide range of toys and resources. These are easily accessible, enabling children to make choices in their play. Older children enjoy playing board games, and they sometimes help the childminder to prepare their evening meal. The childminder successfully supports children's language skills. She talks to them as they play to help extend their vocabulary and use of language. Children enjoy using their imaginations. For example, they love to dress up and play with dolls. The childminder takes them on exciting trips. They enjoy visiting the woods where they construct dens together. The childminder routinely incudes

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

mathematical language, such as counting how many squirrels they can see.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy to be collected by the childminder following their day in school. They demonstrate that they feel at home and are comfortable and relaxed with her. They are familiar with the routines and they develop their independence well. They are confident to freely explore the toys and resources available. The childminder has high expectations of children and actively encourages them to share, respect each other and be kind. The childminder is a good role model and children behave well. Children have opportunities to develop their physical skills as they use the play equipment in the garden. They are encouraged to use good hygiene routines. The childminder prepares a range of nutritious, homemade meals. She encourages children to eat healthily, including plenty of fruit and vegetables. Children learn about the importance of staying safe through daily activities. They learn how to cross the road and how to use the play equipment safely at

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

the park. Children have opportunities to rest and recuperate after their school day. The childminder ensures that all children receive an enjoyable experience that is tailored to meet their individual needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY388804 Local authority Southend-on-Sea Inspection number 10074214 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 5 - 9 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 23 May 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant when required.

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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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