Childminder EY295591

Inspection date 9 August 2019 Previous inspection date 15 June 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 The childminder thinks carefully about her setting and the service she provides. She uses the views of parents, and her own observations, to identify areas for improvement. For example, she has enhanced how she integrates mathematical learning into a wide variety of activities to improve children's skills and knowledge. n Children benefit from interesting opportunities to learn about the natural world. They enjoy growing fruit and vegetables and exploring local farms and green spaces. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents are supported in extending their children's learning at home. Children benefit from the continuity in their learning. n The childminder carefully observes children and gets to know them well. She understands what they are interested in, and uses this to build on their learning. For example, children enjoy cooking and the childminder has created cookbooks for them containing their favourite recipes. Children learn that writing has a purpose.

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This provision is good

n Children enjoy spending time with the kind and caring childminder. She supports their emotional well-being. Children laugh as they share activities with her and thrive in the inclusive environment she creates. They behave well and happily share their space and resources. n The childminder does not consistently provide children with the opportunity to think about how they may approach challenges they encounter during activities.

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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 opportunities for children to develop their problem-solving skills to support their perseverance during activities.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector looked at the rooms, outside space and resources used by the children. n The inspector observed children as they were engaged in a variety of activities. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she met the recommendation set at the last inspection. n The inspector considered how the childminder reflects on her practice and the links she makes with parents. n The inspector discussed how the childminder observes and assesses the children's progress.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder understands the signs and symptoms that may cause her concern about the welfare of a child in her care. She knows the procedure to follow if she has a concern. The childminder has made herself aware of how to identify any children who may be at risk of being exposed to extreme ideas or behaviours. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder works effectively with other settings children attend. For instance, she shares information to support children's learning and development. The childminder regularly updates her professional skills and knowledge. She is currently deepening her understanding of how to support children, and parents, in learning about leading a healthy lifestyle.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder works closely with parents to identify any gaps in children's learning. She creates strategies to support children and help them to catch up. The childminder is skilled at developing children's language skills and uses a rich vocabulary when talking to them. Children who are learning English as an additional language are supported well. They are encouraged to experiment as they explore how much water they need to pour into containers to fill them up. They enjoy using the easily accessible resources to support their imaginative play. For instance, children eagerly describe what they are making as they serve make-believe 'lunch'. They develop physical skills as they run and jump. Children progress well in all areas of their learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, settle quickly and are ready to learn. They gain independence skills. For example, children spontaneously tidy up their resources after they have finished using them. They learn to care for their environment and understand how to keep themselves safe. Children learn about their local community and people whose experiences may be different to their own. For example, they enjoy regular local walks and trips to the library and local museums. Children eagerly talk about their favourite fruit and squeeze their own orange juice. They gain satisfaction from their achievements, for instance as they proudly offer a glass of the juice they have made to others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and self-motivated learners. They learn how to play together, with younger and older children, enjoying activities with each other. Children enjoy using their developing skills. For example, they are keen to engage in conversations, talk about numbers they recognise and create pictures using collage materials. Children focus as they practise their emerging writing skills. They concentrate for good periods of time when they become engrossed in their activities. Children are prepared well for the next stage in their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY295591 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10061400 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 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 15 June 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in the London Borough of Barnet. She operates from Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8am and 6pm, for 48 weeks of the year. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant and co-childminder. She holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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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