Pandya, Gina

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

A child-centred, play-based approach is at the heart of this provision. The childminder has a wealth of knowledge, which she uses as the basis of her practice to support children's learning. Children develop very close, trusting bonds with the childminder and her assistants. They are both very friendly and caring, making children feel safe and secure. They adapt the routines of their provision to ensure children's well-being is closely supported. For example, they flexibly adjust lunch and sleep times to meet individual children's needs. The childminder and her assistants observe children closely, picking up on any changes to their behaviour and promptly supporting them. They help children to understand expectations, appreciate the needs of others and manage their emotions.

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The provision is good

Young children learn to share toys and take turns. They begin to enjoy the company of other children as they play alongside them at social mealtimes and group activities. The childminder links activities closely to children's interests. She inspires their curiosity and motivates them very effectively. Young children enjoy exploring a wonderful range of sensory items. Older children use their imagination to bring stories to life and play the role of 'big bad wolves'. Children are confident to lead their own learning and make choices about what they want to play with or do.

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need to do better?

n The childminder and her assistants promote children's communication and language development effectively. They repeat words back to children with the correct pronunciation, add new vocabulary, and regularly read stories and sing songs. They ask children questions about what they think will happen next in a story. Children develop good communication skills and any possible gaps in their development are closing steadily. n Children's knowledge of mathematical concepts is developing well. The childminder introduces positional language during play and encourages children to identify shapes. Children recognise written numbers and can confidently count to 10. This is evident when they use this knowledge independently as they build towers. n The childminder and her assistants help to support children's understanding of the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. Young children learn to wash their hands before meals, how to look after their teeth, and which foods benefit the

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body. Children learn to do things for themselves. They put on their own shoes and jackets for outdoor play. n The childminder has a well-equipped outside area, which motivates children to learn. Children confidently experiment with a range of movements. The childminder and her assistants take them to local parks and nature areas.

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26 October 2021 Children enjoy being active in the fresh air and develop their physical skills and strength. n Partnerships with parents are positive. The childminder regularly shares information with them about children's learning and development and the activities they have enjoyed. Parents' written comments demonstrate that they are very happy with the level of care provided. They are particularly happy with the nurturing environment that the childminder provides. n The childminder is passionate about ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, have the same opportunities and experiences. She has a good overall understanding of how to support each child's development through all areas of learning. Children develop an understanding of the world around them through small-world play and construction, linking their play with real-life experiences. n Children learn about equality and diversity. The childminder provides children

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with a good range of books about other cultures and traditions. For example, when children show interest in different religions, the childminder explains that some people believe in different gods. n The childminder and her assistants monitor children's progress regularly and accurately, identifying any possible gaps in children's development and making plans to help these close. They work closely with parents to ensure that children receive consistent support. However, at times, they do not identify opportunities to offer sufficient challenge for children and routinely extend their learning even further. n The childminder regularly monitors her assistants. She reflects on her practice to identify areas to improve children's learning and share ideas together. However, she has not fully developed highly effective professional development to further improve her good teaching to the highest level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistants have a clear awareness of the signs and symptoms of child abuse, including broader safeguarding issues. They are familiar with the procedures to follow if they have concerns about a child. They attend regular training to keep their child protection knowledge updated and to help them keep children safe and well. The childminder and her assistants ensure that the home is clean, safe and well maintained to ensure children can play and explore safely. They undertake regular checks of all areas and use equipment, such as safety gates and barriers, to restrict young children's access to high-risk areas.

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should:

26 October 2021 n deepen children's learning further by providing them with additional challenge as they play and develop n seek professional development opportunities to raise the quality of teaching to consistently high levels.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY563731 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 10191394 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in the London Borough of Harrow. She operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with two assistants.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding and discussed with the childminder how she implements the educational programmes for the children. n The childminder and the inspector evaluated the effectiveness of an activity together. The inspector observed the children, the childminder and her assistants and spoke with them at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' written views. n A range of documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including suitability checks and paediatric first-aid qualifications. The childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding children.

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Inspection activities

26 October 2021 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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