Childminder EY547216

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder has created an inviting environment that provides fun and interest. Very young children show high levels of concentration at their chosen activity. For example, they examine different toy vehicles at length as they mend, re-fuel and park them with care. Well-planned activities spark children's interest and curiosity. For example, the childminder uses pasta shapes to introduce young children to mathematics. Children compare similarities and differences of number, measurement, shape and space as they add pasta spikes to their play dough hedgehogs.

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The provision is good

The childminder helps children to develop life skills in well-organised role-play areas. For example, she joins in when they act out the story of 'Goldilocks and the three bears'. Children lay the table and set out a pretend breakfast. They learn to cooperate with one another and to treat possessions with care. Children clearly love the various outings and visits to interesting places. They are animated when they show photographs of past excursions. This inspires them to speak with confidence and listen carefully to one another.

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The provision is good

Children behave very well. The childminder ensures that all children understand rules. For example, even very young children can show that they understand the road safety boundaries they are expected to keep to. Parents appreciate how the childminder works with them from day one. They are pleased with the childminder's methods and the progress their children make.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows and understands the early years goals very well. She guides children to make small steps to build on their success. For example, she encourages very young children to prepare their healthy snacks safely. Under her supervision, children quickly learn to handle and control eating utensils. n From a very young age, children develop good skills in manipulating and exploring objects and materials of different sizes, shapes and textures. For example, children enjoy constructing bridges and towers using shaped wooden blocks. The childminder helps them find and develop patterns in their towers. She adjusts her teaching to meet each child's learning needs. n The childminder uses conversation during every activity. She constantly models clear speaking and knows when to repeat or extend what children say. Children frequently share books and songs, which helps them become attentive listeners.

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For example, they listen intently to repetitive refrains and join in. n The childminder observes children constantly and forms an accurate picture of their development. She uses this to inform planning in order to fill any gaps in children's learning. All children make good progress, including those who speak

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need to do better?

2 October 2019 English as an additional language. n During various physical tasks and activities, children develop precise muscle control to help prepare them for holding a pencil correctly for writing. The childminder encourages children to listen attentively to different sounds, including the sounds that letters make. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their education. n Children get fresh air and exercise in the outdoor area and on visits to local play areas. They enthusiastically extend their physical skills and challenge themselves to play safely on larger equipment. n The childminder consistently speaks kindly and considerately. Her exceptionally positive attitudes help children feel emotionally secure. She encourages children to share and celebrate each other's achievements. Children learn to value one another. n The childminder encourages and helps children to meet their own personal

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need to do better?

needs as soon as they are ready. They learn to take rests when needed. n The childminder researches training tailored to her needs. She undertook a training course on reading with children. This has enabled her to read stories creatively to capture children's imagination. She has also increased her provision of books about the world and how it works. n The childminder talks to children throughout the day, explaining what is going on within the setting. However, she often does not give them enough time to assimilate ideas and work things out for themselves. n The childminder closely examines the effectiveness and safety of all resources and activities. She rigorously evaluates practice to ensure children enjoy memorable and rewarding experiences. The childminder does not make really rich use of the outdoor environment to build on the learning experiences for those who prefer to learn outside.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a very good knowledge and understanding of her responsibilities to meet all legal requirements. She knows and understands clear and comprehensive safety procedures and follows them closely to promote children's safety. The childminder is alert to any signs that children may be at risk of harm and knows how to report concerns. Since her registration, she has attended training in safeguarding to ensure her knowledge is updated.

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should:

n review the organisation of the outdoor environment to enrich the learning opportunities for those children who prefer to learn outside

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should:

2 October 2019 n give children more time to assimilate ideas and scope to solve problems and work things out for themselves.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547216 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10104325 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 to 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. She operates from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, for most of the year. The childminder provides funded education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed activities in the childminder's setting and the impact the childminder's teaching has on children's development. n At appropriate times throughout the inspection, the inspector spoke with the childminder and the children. n The inspector carried out an evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation, risk assessments, policies and procedures. She looked at a range of other documentation. n The inspector looked at parent questionnaires and took account of parents' views.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

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