Childminder EY461047

Inspection date 15 July 2019 Previous inspection date 17 December 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 supports children to develop strong communication skills. She speaks to them about their learning and asks them a wide range of questions. She encourages children to share their thoughts and ideas with her. n The childminder knows the children she cares for well. She gathers a range of information from parents before their children start. She uses this information effectively. For instance, she plans activities based on children's individual needs and interests. n The childminder prioritises her professional development. She actively completes regular training, such as online webinars, to support her practice. This helps her to keep up to date with information and changes that she may need to implement. n Parents are very happy with the service that the childminder provides. The childminder shares information regularly with them about their children's progress. She keeps them informed about what children are currently learning. This supports them to build on

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This provision is good

their children's learning at home. n Children progress well from their initial starting points. The childminder observes children regularly, which helps her to identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder does not always encourage children to complete tasks 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 support children consistently to develop their independence further and complete tasks for themselves to help them to become even more prepared for their move to school.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector considered the suitability of the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's teaching during a range of activities. She discussed the impact of this teaching on children's learning with the childminder. n The inspector considered the views of parents through discussion and written feedback. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including insurance documents and policies. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a firm understanding of how to identify the possible signs of abuse. She knows who to raise her concerns to and prioritises children's well-being. The childminder ensures that children are kept safe in her home. She recognises the importance of working in partnership with other agencies and professionals, such as teachers at other settings children attend. She regularly considers the provision she offers. The childminder takes on board feedback from parents, which helps her to meet children's needs effectively. The childminder uses her knowledge of other cultures to support children to understand about the wider world.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and they are focused and motivated learners. The childminder follows children's lead as they learn. She adapts the activities she plans to maximise the learning that takes place. She identifies suitable next steps for children in their learning. The childminder supports children's mathematical development effectively. For instance, she skilfully weaves mathematical language into children's play. This helps them learn to count. The childminder takes children on outings, such as to the library and the farm. Children are inquisitive. The childminder builds on their understanding well. For example, she responds patiently to questions children ask about the shapes they see on the floor.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle in quickly at the childminder's home. They confidently move from one activity to another and remain interested in what they choose. The childminder supports children to understand the importance of drinking water after exercise. For example, she reminds them to drink after bouncing on the trampoline. Children develop a strong understanding of the dangers around them. The childminder uses questioning effectively to support this learning. For instance, she asks them to explain why they should not put beads near their mouths. Children confidently answer her questions appropriately. They talk about their friends fondly, even when their friends are not present. The childminder supports children's emotional understanding well. For example, children speak about how their friends share toys. The childminder explains that this is a kind thing for them to do.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children use their imaginations well as they play. For example, they pretend to brush and dry doll's hair using toy hairbrushes and dryers. Children listen to stories with great interest. For instance, as the childminder reads a book about going to playgroup, they enthusiastically talk about what they can see happening in the pictures in the book. This helps to support children's understanding of routines. Children develop their physical skills confidently outside, such as when they kick footballs and crawl through tunnels. They use all of their senses as they play and explore. For example, children excitedly identify the sounds they can hear, such as trains and birds in the distance.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY461047 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10063036 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 2 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 17 December 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Waltham Abbey. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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