Prentice, Jennifer Anne

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 happily settled in the childminder's care. They are excited to see the childminder and soon join in their friends' games. They access a range of resources, inside and outdoors, that support their learning in all areas. Children build on their developing social skills when, for example, they chat animatedly about the sandcastles they are making. They plant sunflower seeds, increasing their understanding of what flowers need in order to grow. They are well supported by the childminder, who encourages them to guess the number of scoops of earth they need to fill the pot.

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The provision is good

Even the youngest children confidently cut up their own fruit at snack time, promoting their self-help skills and raising their awareness of how to use tools safely. They independently put on their own coats and shoes to go outside. In the garden, children bounce enthusiastically on the trampoline, clearly understanding the childminder's rules. They explain that only three children are allowed on the trampoline and the door must be closed to keep them safe.

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The provision is good

Children have many opportunities to extend their vocabulary. They listen to the childminder reading expressively about the 'Tickle Monster' and join in with repeated phrases. They are fascinated by transport, curious to find out the names of less familiar vehicles. Children hear and practise new words such as 'jet ski' and 'cruise ship'.

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need to do better?

n The childminder and her co-childminder are a strong team, committed to making improvements to benefit the children. They meet regularly to reflect on their practice and the success of their activities. The childminder liaises closely with the local authority advisory team for guidance and support. However, she does not yet make the most of current research and professional development opportunities to raise the good quality of teaching even higher. n Parents and children are involved effectively in evaluating the setting, completing questionnaires to express their views. The childminder writes down the children's opinions in their own words, displaying them alongside their photographs in the role-play area. This contributes to a sense of belonging. n A well-embedded key-person approach helps children establish secure relationships with a special person. The childminder sensitively provides appropriate support based on her very good knowledge of her key children. The

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childminder and her co-childminder are exceptionally positive role models. Interactions between them and the children are warm and engaging. n The childminder's skilled responses help build on children's existing knowledge. Children accurately complete a puzzle and learn that a police officer uses a

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need to do better?

6 March 2020 'walkie-talkie' like a phone. They discuss similarities between a doctor and a paramedic. The childminder attentively corrects children's misconceptions, teaching them the correct word for a 'tractor man'. She engages them in meaningful conversation about the work of a farmer. n Parents provide information about what their children can already do before they start. The childminder uses this to identify how to support children's ongoing learning and development. She uses creative methods to inform parents how to extend and enhance their children's learning. For example, she provides detailed information outlining what she intends children to learn next, how she will support them and ideas for activities at home. n The childminder thoughtfully supports children to manage minor conflicts. She gently reminds them about taking turns, asking them to think about how to resolve the situation. Children decide to wait for their turn and find something

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need to do better?

else to play with. n Children's transitions to school are well managed. Teachers are invited to the childminder's setting to get to know the children. The childminder works with staff at other provisions children attend, providing information about children's development. This promotes continuity of care and a consistent approach to children's learning. n Parents speak highly of the childminder and her co-childminder. They describe the difference they have made to their children's learning and development. Parents particularly comment how their children are increasingly more sociable and confident. They appreciate they are kept well informed through online systems. Parents enjoy receiving photographs of their children engaged in interesting outings, to places such as parks and the beach.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is clear of her responsibility to protect children and knows where to report her concerns. She is confident of the signs and symptoms that might indicate a child's well-being is compromised. This includes an awareness of possible indicators that children may be at risk from extreme views and behaviours. The childminder understands the procedures to follow if she is worried about the conduct of adults who work with children. She keeps her knowledge updated and knows of the recent changes to the local authority safeguarding structure. The childminder has undergone checks regarding her suitability.

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should:

n research additional professional development opportunities, to consistently raise knowledge and understanding to an even higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY459635 Local authority Southend-on-Sea Inspection number 10075401 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 18 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She works from the home of another registered childminder in Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a full and relevant qualification at level 3. The childminder receives funding for the provision of early education for two-, three- and four-year- old children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder explained to the inspector how she organises her provision and how this supports children to make progress. n The inspector spoke to the childminder, her co-childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation of an activity and discussed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed children playing inside and outdoors, and assessed the quality of the childminder's interactions. n A range of documentation was reviewed, including children's attendance registers, evidence of the childminder's suitability and the safeguarding policy. n The inspector spoke to parents and also took account of their written views.

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Inspection activities

6 March 2020 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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