Childminder in Hillingdon

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

Children are valued as individuals, which gives them the confidence to play and explore freely. They are supervised well at all times. The environment is safe and provides children with a variety of toys and resources. For example, in the role-play area, children remain interested as they engage in imaginary play. The childminder joins in using her good skills to support children's ideas. Children enjoy looking at books. The childminder reads enthusiastically and teaches children new words to help extend their vocabulary. Children watch, listen and respond well. The childminder successfully supports children's love of nursery songs. She encourages children to sing along, varying the pace between slow and rapid, which adds to their enjoyment. Children show pride in their efforts and clap their hands to show that they are happy. These opportunities help children to develop positive attitudes to learning. Children make strong friendships with the other children. They greet

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The provision is good

and hug each other warmly to show their affection. Younger and older children's behaviour is good. They are kind and show respect for their toys. There are high expectations of what children can achieve in their learning. As a result, children make good progress from their starting points.

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need to do better?

n Although the childminder observes and assesses children's learning regularly, she does not use the information as effectively as possible, to help children make the best possible progress. n The childminder organises a range of outings, such as to the park and playgroups, to aid children's social and physical abilities. She offers children opportunities to practise their mark-making and writing skills. However, children have fewer opportunities to see print in the environment to further develop their early reading skills. n Children enjoy sensory play, such as with sand. They use their hands and a range of tools skilfully to create different shapes. Children are encouraged to count and identify basic shapes during activities, to help promote their mathematical skills. n The childminder works closely with parents because she understands that partnerships with them help to support children consistently. Parents receive

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relevant information about their children's learning, including the outings that they undertake. Verbal and written feedback from parents is very positive. n The childminder develops close relationships with the children, which supports their emotional well-being effectively. She teaches them good manners, such as at mealtimes. Children behave well. They are good listeners and play cooperatively. n The childminder knows children well, including their personal needs. For instance, she knows when children are tired or hungry, and responds to them

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24 February 2020 quickly to make them feel comfortable. n Children gain strong levels of independence. For example, they help the childminder to put away the toys that they have used. The older ones take off their shoes and coat without needing much support. They are keen to do things for themselves, including hygiene routines which aid their good health. Children have good levels of motivation. n The childminder seeks the views of parents to help evaluate her practice for the benefit of their children. For instance, since the last inspection, she has purchased new resources to build on children's imaginative play. n The childminder extends her professional development. For example, after reading relevant publications, she has improved her knowledge of children's development, specifically how some girls and boys prefer to play. She has also learned some basic sign language to help communicate with children. This has

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increased children's confidence in expressing themselves.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding issues. She is confident in identifying signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm, including indicators of extreme views. The childminder knows who to contact should she have any concerns about a child in her care. There are appropriate procedures to follow in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a household member. The fire and safety equipment is maintained in good condition. Children practise fire drills to raise their awareness of how to evacuate the premises in an emergency.

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should:

n use the information gathered from observing children even more effectively, to help them to make the best possible progress n build on children's interest in words and symbols to further develop their early reading skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY466090 Local authority Hillingdon Inspection number 10075519 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 to 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 14 April 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in West Drayton, in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The childminder offers her service from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She holds a home-based childminding qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and childminder toured the areas children use to understand how their learning and development are supported. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's progress to date. She interacted with the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector spoke with parents and read written comments from them. n The inspector observed children's play indoors and assessed the impact this has on their learning. n The inspector reviewed a sample of documentation, including evidence of the childminder's suitability, professional development, policies and procedures.

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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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