Childminder in Ealing

Inspection date 25 July 2019 Previous inspection date 19 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 Good 2

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This provision is good

n Parents are complimentary about the childminder and co-childminder. They work well together and enhance the experiences for children. n The childminder has a gentle and caring manner. She develops strong positive relationships with children and knows them well. Children are self-assured and confidently explore the well-resourced environment, making decisions about their play. n Children are strong communicators and learn new words rapidly. The childminder engages children in meaningful conversations and encourages them to relive past events. n Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is calm and sensitive towards children. She encourages them to share and take turns, and frequently praises their achievements. This helps children to gain confidence and show respect to each other. n The childminder has not fully developed the way she monitors all children's progress across the seven areas of learning. This means there are times when the next steps for

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This provision is good

children's learning are not sharply focused. n The childminder does not regularly involve the views of children and parents in her reflections on all areas of practice to further extend outcomes for children.

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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 enhance the ways to monitor the progress children make, so that assessments are clearer and can be used even more effectively to sharpen focus on their next steps in learning n strengthen self-evaluation procedures to fully reflect the views of parents and children in setting targets for improving provision even further.

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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 had on children's learning. n The inspector talked to children and the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector sampled documentation, including policies, 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.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the procedure to follow should she have a safeguarding concern about a child. She works as part of an effective team with her co-childminder. They review policies and procedures with each other regularly. The childminder and co-childminder also attend network meetings together to ensure that their knowledge of legislation is up to date. This helps to promote consistency and a shared approach. The childminder conducts regular risk assessments in the home and for all outings. The premises are secure, and risks are minimised to ensure children play and learn in a safe environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides activities and resources that capture children's curiosity and enthusiasm. Children are making space shuttles in relation to the 50th anniversary of humans landing on the moon. They enthusiastically talk about the models they have made and enjoy playing with them. They count 1, 2, 3, 4 and up to 8 as their space shuttle goes up. Children have decided to follow through this activity by making asteroids. The co-childminder supports the activity and introduces the children to new vocabulary and skilfully explains the meaning of unfamiliar words. The childminder provides an effective balance of adult-led activities and opportunities for children to lead their own play. She recognises when it is more effective to step back from children's play and allow them to try out their own ideas.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder creates a homely and welcoming environment. She has a calm and caring manner and develops positive relationships with children and their families. Children are self-assured and confidently initiate conversations and interactions with others. The childminder continually praises children for their efforts and achievements, which helps to boost their confidence and self-motivation well. 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 are freshly prepared, healthy and nutritious. Water is available throughout the day.

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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. Children are sociable and know how to take turns and play harmoniously together. They develop firm friendships with others. Children are well mannered and understand what is expected of them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY397946 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 10074307 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 19 May 2016

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The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in the London Borough of Ealing. The childminder works with her husband, who is also a registered childminder. She provides care for children Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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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