Childminder in Essex

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

Children are happy, keen and inquisitive learners. They have fun and want to try new experiences. Children concentrate, persevere and are determined to succeed with tasks they find difficult at first. For example, young children learn about early technology as they play with toys that have buttons and flaps. They work out how to recreate sounds and make things move. Children learn early mathematical skills as the childminder talks about numbers, shapes and sizes as they play.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy a wide range of interesting activities in the home and on outings. For example, young children enjoy sensory experiences, experimenting with clay, paint, feathers and fluffy balls. They confidently use chalks to make marks on the outdoor blackboard. Visits are made to local farms, the zoo and community groups to help children learn about the wider world.

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The provision is good

Children are settled and secure because they form close bonds and attachments with the childminder. There is a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and children are clearly happy and feel safe in her care. Children readily offer the childminder hugs and cuddles and snuggle up to her when they look at books together. The childminder is enthusiastic when helping children develop the skills they require for their future. She ensures that appropriate challenges fully support them to develop their independence.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides attractive resources that help to encourage children's participation and motivate them to learn. Children who prefer to play outdoors have exciting opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills. The childminder has developed the large play house in the garden to create an appealing place for children to engage in meaningful learning experiences. n The childminder supports children's language and communication skills very well. She extends their vocabulary and enhances their concentration and focus using stories, songs, poems and effective questioning skills. n The childminder has a very consistent manner when caring for children. She speaks in a calm way and teaches children to think about how their actions affect others. Plenty of praise is given and children enjoy giving the childminder 'high fives' when they have done something well. Young children confidently negotiate the play space and are starting to understand the boundaries that

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need to do better?

keep them safe. They learn to show respect for others and take part in charity events. n The childminder teaches children about the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle. She provides them with salad vegetables and fruit at snack times and mealtimes. Children learn to clean their hands before eating. Nappy changing is

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need to do better?

19 November 2019 carried out in a sensitive and hygienic manner. n The childminder displays a wealth of information in the entrance hall and playroom. Both parents and children can see important notices, certificates and posters. Parents also get the opportunity to view the reports and photographs that illustrate children's achievements and their engagement in activities. Although the partnerships with parents are good, the childminder has not yet established highly successful ways for all parents to regularly share ongoing information about their children's development and achievements at home. n Parents make very complimentary comments about the childminder. They say they value the kindness shown towards their children and they make very positive comments about the wide range of activities and outings on offer. n The childminder has established very good links with local schools, nurseries and other childminders. Children have opportunities to make new friends. This helps

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to support children's future learning when the time comes for them to move on to other settings or full-time education. n The childminder is very enthusiastic about working with children. She evaluates her service and continually looks for ways to improve. Although the childminder has attended all the mandatory training, she has not yet made the most of professional development opportunities in order to enhance the quality of practice to the highest level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a very clear understanding of the safeguarding procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child in her care. She also has a good awareness of the possible risks to children when using the internet, including grooming and access to information about extreme behaviour. All adults living on the premises have been vetted and checked. The childminder is vigilant about the security of the children. She ensures that the environment is safe, clean and clutter free to prevent accidents and to promote children's welfare.

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should:

n explore more ways to encourage parents to share information about their children's achievements at home, so that a broader picture of children's development is gained n establish an ongoing programme of professional development that is focused on raising the overall quality of practice to the highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543019 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10101873 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 14 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 20 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Takeley, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays agreed in advance.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder held a discussion to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector viewed a focused activity and held discussions with the childminder about the children's progress and achievements. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. 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

19 November 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

19 November 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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