Childminder EY414817

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children make good progress in their learning and in some areas make better than good progress. They are confident and self-assured. They form close attachments to the childminder and this helps them to feel safe and secure. Children play well together and learn to take turns and share. They understand the expectations and rules of the setting. Children respond well to praise and their behaviour is good.

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The provision is good

Children develop a love of books and reading. They enjoy snuggling up with the childminder for a story. They turn the pages and chatter about the characters and events happening in the book. Children develop good communication and language skills. They recognise the simple sign language introduced by the childminder to enhance their understanding.

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The provision is good

Children become independent from an early age. They feed themselves well and enjoy a healthy, balanced diet. Children make choices in their play and learning. They know where resources are stored and they help to tidy them away. Children have a good attitude to learning and enjoy exploring and investigating the activities provided. They are curious and use their imagination in play. For example, they enjoy pretending to feed dolls with a spoon and bowl.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well and understands how they learn. She assesses their progress accurately and knows what they need to learn next. The childminder supports young children to develop their physical skills as they progress from standing to walking. She responds to their babbling and encourages them to speak. The childminder is kind and nurturing and children feel comfortable and content in her care. n Children have access to fresh air and exercise every day. They spend time in their local community and learn about differences in people and places. Children experience creative activities that raise their awareness of different cultures and festivals. They make a posting box for Christmas cards and listen to seasonal music. Children go to the library for singing and rhymes. They explore the local environment and look for tiny creatures and animals. Children sow seeds and grow vegetables in the childminder's garden and enjoy physical games outside.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides interesting activities that are safe for young children to explore. She introduces sensory experiences that stimulate their curiosity. For example, children push their hands into a tray of cereal and watch how it settles on their fingers. They fill and empty containers and they take handfuls to different parts of the room. The childminder encourages children to use their imagination as she sprinkles the cereal, pretending it is snow. n Parents speak highly of the care their children receive. They praise the

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need to do better?

20 December 2019 childminder for her professionalism and the way she works in partnership with them. The childminder supports parents to continue children's learning at home. She shares information with parents daily on the progress their children make in their learning. The childminder is keen to work closely with other settings that children attend. She ensures that all adults involved in children's care are aware of their progress and share in the next stages in their learning. n The childminder provides a variety of resources to promote children's learning. Children open cupboards and take out toys and books in addition to those already provided. This gives children a wide range of activities to choose from. However, it also means that, due to the limited space available, children do not have room to move about freely. n The childminder follows children's interests. She joins them in their play, for

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need to do better?

example, when they begin to build with large coloured bricks. She compares the sharp teeth painted on a brick to their teeth. However, the childminder does not consistently reinforce children's understanding of colours, shapes and counting in order to extend their mathematical skills even further. n The childminder undertakes regular courses and workshops to enhance her skills further. She reflects on her practice to identify her strengths and areas for development. She takes account of the views of parents and children and is taking steps to improve the play environment and develop her practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities to protect the children in her care. She has a good understanding of all safeguarding related matters and seeks regular training and support to ensure her knowledge is current. The childminder is confident in her understanding of the signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She is aware of local safeguarding procedures and how to report any concerns.

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should:

n plan the play environment more effectively to ensure that children have enough space to move between their chosen activities freely n make the most of opportunities to extend children's understanding of colours, shapes and counting to strengthen their mathematical skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY414817 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10126173 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 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 4 June 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She operates from Monday to Friday, 7am until 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3 and a teaching degree.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked around the areas of the setting available to children. n The childminder discussed her plans for the children's development and how she implements her educational programme. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to parents and children during the inspection and looked at relevant documentation.

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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

20 December 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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