Childminder EY498324

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Requires improvement

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The provision is good

The childminder and assistant are very caring. They quickly get to know children's interests and enthusiasms. This helps children to settle in, feel safe and make a good start in their learning. Children are very curious about the toys and resources. They enjoy listening to stories and explore props linked to the characters in their favourite books. Children are happy and keen to learn new things. They beam with delight and pride as they receive praise and encouragement.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans interesting play experiences and has high expectations of what children can achieve. She uses her knowledge of children's next steps in learning to promote their development as they play. Children relish the chance to explore and experiment with a variety of sensory and messy materials. They mix sand and water together using containers of different shapes and sizes. Children observe the changing seasons as they collect and investigate autumn leaves, horse chestnuts and pumpkins. Children behave well and learn to take their turn with resources. The childminder and assistant are good role models. They encourage children to show kindness and respect. Children learn to keep themselves safe and pick up their toys to prevent tripping hazards.

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need to do better?

n Since the last inspection, the childminder and her assistant have worked hard to improve the quality of the teaching and their interactions with children. They play enthusiastically alongside children and make learning active and fun. The childminder has organised her resources well, so that children can develop their play ideas. n The childminder assesses children's progress effectively and identifies areas where she needs to support their learning further. She carefully tracks the progress children make to ensure they are fully supported across all areas of learning. n The childminder and her assistant place a strong focus on developing children's communication and language. They ask children questions and introduce new words into conversations. Children enjoy learning about numbers, colours, size and shapes through their play activities. n The childminder sensitively supports children to build self-confidence and

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need to do better?

manage their feelings and behaviour. Snack times and mealtimes are very sociable occasions. However, occasionally, the childminder and her assistant do not ensure that children are as highly engaged during routine activities, such as while waiting for mealtimes, or at other times of the day. n The childminder teaches children about the importance of healthy lifestyles and good hygiene routines. Young children enjoy nutritious snacks and meals. However, on occasions, the childminder and her assistant do not fully encourage

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need to do better?

15 October 2019 children to develop their self-care skills and support their emerging independence. n The childminder provides interesting activities and resources to help children learn about diversity and the wider world. For example, children take part in activities to mark different festivals and traditional events. They play with resources that portray positive images of people from different cultures or with disabilities. n The childminder plans a variety of outings to enrich children's experiences. For example, children enjoy visits to parks, local community groups and the library. They have good opportunities to develop their interests and play with other children. n The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She exchanges daily information about children's learning and offer ideas for activities to help parents feel fully involved. Parents make complimentary comments about the childminding service and the care and education provided.

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need to do better?

n The childminder and assistant continue to develop their professional knowledge and practice effectively. They complete regular online training and act on suggestions from the local authority adviser. The childminder ensures that her assistant is fully aware of her responsibilities and has read the policies and procedures. They both hold paediatric first-aid certificates and can deal with minor injuries and emergency situations.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and assistant are aware of their responsibilities to safeguard children. They understand the steps they need to take if they have a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder and assistant regularly complete safeguarding training. They also test each other's knowledge with quizzes to make sure they remain up to date with current child protection procedures. The childminder ensures that her home remains a safe place for children to play in. She teaches children to be mindful of their own and each other's safety.

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should:

n enhance the organisation of routine activities and ensure that every opportunity is used purposefully to engage children and reduce waiting times n make the most of all opportunities that arise for children to develop their independence and do things for themselves.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY498324 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10084698 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 to 9 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 30 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Witham, Essex. She works with an assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays agreed in advance. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3 and the assistant holds a qualification at level 2.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder looked around the premises and held a discussion to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during focused activities indoors and outside, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, assistant and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector saw evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and her assistant. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from their written responses to surveys organised by the childminder.

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Inspection activities

15 October 2019 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

15 October 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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