Childminder EY492537

Inspection date 18 July 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 forms strong bonds with children and makes sure they feel secure. She is very caring and supportive, and consistently interacts with children in a calm and positive way. Children's behaviour is good. n The childminder observes and assesses children's progress well. She plans for future learning based on her good knowledge of children's individual learning needs and interests. The childminder's teaching skills are good. n Children settle quickly and are secure in the homely and stimulating environment. The childminder meets children's needs well. She praises and encourages children, which helps to develop their confidence and good self-esteem. n The childminder reflects on her practice well and evaluates her teaching and planning. She takes into account the views of parents and children. The childminder sets clear targets for future improvement. n Ongoing partnerships with parents are good. However, at times, the childminder does

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This provision is good

not gather enough evidence about children's starting points to inform her plans for their learning from the outset. n The childminder misses opportunities to establish an ongoing two-way flow of information with other settings children attend, to help enhance her plans for their development.

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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 build on partnerships with other settings that children attend, to further strengthen children's learning and development n strengthen opportunities for parents to share information about their children when they first start, to complement children's learning and inform future plans.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the childminder engaging in activities with the children and discussed the childminder's teaching methods. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises that are used for childminding purposes and looked at some of the equipment used by children. n The childminder looked at a sample of children's assessment records, policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of parents' written views and spoke with parents who were available at the time of the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder's home is safe, secure and well laid out. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues. She knows exactly how to identify and report a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder is well motivated to make ongoing improvements to her provision and children's learning experiences. For example, she identities training to update her knowledge or to enhance children's learning further. In addition, following training, she evaluates the impact of any new practices implemented after a period of time. Feedback from parents is highly positive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is a good teacher. She makes good use of what she knows about children's individual learning from ongoing assessment to promote their progress and engage their interests further. For example, she provides real food items in the home corner, such as cooked pasta, cereal, fruit and vegetables, as children engage in imaginative role play. Children learn to use a range of tools as they enjoy opportunities to be creative. For example, they learn to use scissors and cutters with play dough they have helped to make. The childminder is skilled to quickly adapt activities to ensure children of all ages and abilities can fully benefit from their interaction. Overall, the childminder works closely with parents to share information about children's care and learning. She uses a range of systems to ensure there is regular contact to keep parents informed and included.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave very well and are learning to share and take turns. For example, the childminder places a strong focus on praise and recognition for good behaviour and achievements. Children have opportunities to develop positive self-identities, tolerance and acceptance of others. For example, the childminder uses information obtained from parents about children's heritage, cultures, religions and backgrounds to provide positive experiences. Children learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle, such as good hygiene routines. The childminder ensures children are physically active. For example, they visit soft-play areas and older children use scooters when out in the community.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress and develop the skills they need in readiness for moving on to school. Children learn to be independent in their self-care. Children's communication and language skills are particularly well promoted. They benefit from a range of opportunities to practise their skills in speaking, understanding and listening. Children enjoy looking at the broad range of books which the childminder provides to promote an early interest in reading. Children's curiosity of how technology works is well supported. For example, they are very keen to assist the childminder when she uses the printer.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY492537 Local authority Havering Inspection number 10060416 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 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Rise Park, in the London Borough of Havering. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. The setting is known as Giggling Friends Childminding Service.

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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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