Childminder in Ealing

Inspection date 3 July 2019 Previous inspection date 13 November 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 understands how children learn. She provides a variety of appropriate, enjoyable learning experiences where children are motivated to participate. n Parents appreciate the individual support and attention the childminder provides to them. They commented that the childminder is friendly and approachable. n Children are provided with a wide range of experiences, and regularly go on outings to explore different environments, such as the farm, park and local groups. Children learn to be sociable and confident around new people. n The childminder does not routinely evaluate the setting in order to raise the quality of her provision even further. n The childminder does not typically use assessments to focus more precisely on what children need to learn next to help them make even stronger progress.

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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 develop self-evaluation procedures in order to identify specific areas for development to enable the highest level of achievement and care for the children n make the most effective use of information gained from assessments to focus more precisely on what children need to learn next to help them make the best possible progress.

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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 outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector talked to children and the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector sampled documentation, including policies, staff suitability checks and children's records. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder. n The inspector viewed testimonials from parents and took account of the views expressed.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of procedures to follow should she have a safeguarding concern about a child. She is confident in local reporting procedures. She carries out regular checks of her home to help ensure that all potential hazards or risks are minimised, at all times. The childminder has a comprehensive range of documentation and policies in place, which underpin her good practice. She makes sure that all mandatory training is kept up to date. Parents are pleased with the quality of care and learning provided by the childminder. They commented that their children look forward to coming to the childminder's home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children play confidently in a welcoming, friendly environment. The childminder provides opportunities for children to explore a good range of interesting, age-appropriate resources. She skilfully enhances children's learning as they play. She introduces children to early mathematical concepts. For example, she supports children's understanding of number by counting the cups as they get taller. Size and shapes are discussed as the cups are being stacked higher. Children enjoy sitting with the childminder as they talk about different colours. Children's early language skills are supported well. They enjoy sharing books, and demonstrate good levels of concentration when listening to stories. The childminder introduces new vocabulary and explains the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children learn the importance of healthy lifestyles as the childminder embeds this into everyday routines. For example, young children learn to wash and dry their hands before eating. Meals provided from home are freshly prepared, healthy and nutritious, which contributes to children's good health. Daily walks to the park or soft-play venues contribute to children developing an enjoyment of physical activity. Children learn about communities beyond their immediate experience, and about the different ways that people celebrate special events.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are eager learners who make good progress. They acquire the skills, knowledge and attitudes to learning that prepare them well to start school. They are independent and initiate their own ideas to extend their learning. For example, they develop high levels of self-assurance and self-esteem, and enjoy a good relationship with the childminder. They enjoy making marks and develop good levels in early literacy and numeracy. Children are encouraged to help with tidying up once they have finished with an activity. They use good manners and understand what is expected of them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 117543 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 10085815 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 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 13 November 2018

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The childminder registered in 1993. She lives in Hanwell, in the London Borough of Ealing. The childminder works from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year.

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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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