Childminder 138605

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 homely environment for children that is safe and nurturing. Parents appreciate the 'family feel' that the childminder provides and say they are confident that their children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are well cared for.

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The provision is good

There is a variety of resources, both indoors and in the garden. The childminder sets up each day for the different age groups so that the children can independently select what they would like to play with. They concentrate for long periods of time on their chosen activities. The childminder involves children in making decisions. She asks them what activities they would like to take part in, and she respects and values their choices and ideas. They have fun as they learn, and, in turn, they are eager to try new things and investigate with enthusiasm. This creates a good foundation for their learning. The children make good progress from their starting points and are assessed accurately. Children are supported through all areas of learning and development. The childminder has high expectations for children's learning and development.

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The provision is good

The childminder uses positive strategies that help children understand age- appropriate behavioural expectations. Children are given lots of praise and encouragement to support their sharing and turn-taking skills. This encourages them to behave amicably towards each other.

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The provision is good

Children develop good communication skills. They excitedly join in singing songs and enthusiastically do the actions to their favourite songs, such as 'Dingle, dangle scarecrow'.

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need to do better?

n The childminder works in partnership with parents effectively. She employs efficient care practices and supports children's emotional security and development of their character. Care routines are implemented well. n The childminder provides a welcoming and friendly environment for children, where they help themselves to a good range of toys and resources. Children have access to both indoors and outside environments as they follow their interests and direct their play. For example, they have a good range of art resources indoors and outdoors and have natural resources to extend their creativity. n The childminder is attentive to children's care needs and follows thorough independence routines. This means that when children are ready, she encourages them to become more independent in meeting their own personal needs, such as dressing and undressing themselves. For example, children are

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need to do better?

28 November 2019 taught how to put their own coat and shoes on and lots of praise is given when they succeed. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop and how she can support them to make good progress. She provides appropriate challenge through the activities she offers and gets involved in the children's play. Children are engaged and proud of their achievements. n The childminder provides a wide range of exciting and stimulating activities that support learning in all areas of the curriculum. For example, younger children are given treasure baskets to explore and investigate and older children are given puzzles to challenge their critical thinking. n The childminder observes the children regularly and makes assessments of their learning and development. This enables her to understand the needs of the children in her care. However, these assessments are not communicated to the

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parents to enable them to support their children at home. n The childminder provides opportunities for promoting children's early literacy and mathematical development. Children of all ages enjoy snuggling up with the childminder and looking at familiar pictures in storybooks, and they engage in listening to stories. n The childminder reflects on her practice and evaluates the effectiveness of her provision. She makes plans to improve her setting for the benefit of the children in her care.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in protecting children who may be at risk of harm. She is alert to the possible indicators of abuse and knows the relevant agencies to contact for guidance. The childminder and her assistant have attended child protection training. The childminder is aware of the correct procedure to follow should there be an allegation. The premises are secure and the childminder carries out daily checks of the environment to ensure it remains safe for children to use. Policies and procedures to promote children's safety, welfare and well-being are implemented effectively.

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should:

n develop systems for engaging parents to understand the next steps in learning for their children, so they can better support their children at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 138605 Local authority Hillingdon Inspection number 10063702 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 to 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 6 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

This childminder registered in 2000. She lives in West Drayton, in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home that are used by the children and discussed how the childminder organises her setting and plans the experiences and opportunities on offer. n The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their written views. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of all persons living at the premises.

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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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