Childminder EY403906

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a well-organised environment in a homely atmosphere. Well-planned activities spark children's curiosity. For example, under supervision, even very young children learn to use cutting tools safely to make fresh fruit kebabs. Children enjoy handling different fruits and exploring their textures and juiciness. The childminder uses the activity to introduce children to mathematics. Children identify and count fruit, match numbers and begin to recognise fractions. The childminder pays close attention to each child's understanding and adjusts her teaching to meet individual learning needs.

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The provision is good

The childminder knows each child very well and skilfully uses children's interests or experiences. For example, children become animated when singing songs from a popular show. The childminder expertly introduces them to stories and books linked to the show. Children become engrossed and begin to ask probing questions that help to extend their learning.

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The provision is good

The childminder helps children to understand why they need to behave well. For example, children use cuddly toys to create stories in which they act out ways to keep themselves and each other safe. The childminder has a gentle and patient manner, with high expectations and well-established routines. She encourages teamwork. For example, children cooperate and help one another to tidy away their toys.

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The provision is good

Parents appreciate how the childminder works with them from day one. They praise the childminder for the level of care she gives to each child, and say she treats children like family members.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows and understands early years foundation stage goals very well. From a very young age, children develop good skills in manipulating and exploring objects and materials of different sizes, shapes and textures. Children enjoy using toy blocks and bricks to construct towers or buildings. The childminder helps children to think about how to adjust a building to help it stand upright or to recognise patterns they create. n The childminder talks to children throughout the day, explaining whatever is going on within the setting. She constantly models clear speaking and knows when to repeat or extend what children say. She introduces longer words to young children. They listen attentively and challenge themselves to say them. Children become confident speakers. n The childminder observes children constantly and forms an accurate picture of their development. She uses this to inform planning and fill any gaps in

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need to do better?

4 November 2019 children's learning. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities or speak English as a second language, make good progress. n During various physical tasks and activities, children develop muscle control towards holding a pencil correctly for writing. The childminder encourages them 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 extend their physical skills and challenge themselves to play safely on larger equipment. n The childminder consistently speaks kindly and considerately. Her exceptionally positive attitude helps children feel emotionally secure. She encourages children to share and celebrate each other's achievements. They also share and celebrate

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need to do better?

one another's cultures. Children learn to value each another. n The childminder works closely with parents to encourage children and help them meet their own personal needs as soon as they are ready. n Through working with professionals and trainers, the childminder has consistently improved her knowledge and understanding of how to observe and collect information on children's development and use it to inform planning. Her assessments accurately inform the next steps in children's development. The childminder evaluates that she can now tailor training to enhance the quality of her teaching to improve outcomes for all children even further. 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. She recognises that there is scope to enhance the learning opportunities available in the outdoor area for those

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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. She is alert to any signs that children may be at risk of harm and knows how to report concerns. All training in safeguarding is regularly updated.

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should:

n review the organisation of the outdoor learning environment to help those children who prefer to learn outside n strengthen the programme of professional development to consistently raise knowledge and skills of teaching, to improve outcomes for all children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY403906 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10074390 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 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 28 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. She operates from 7am to 6pm, 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 reviews 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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