Childminder in Enfield

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

The childminder's home is well organised, safe and secure. Children are very happy to see the childminder and enthusiastically enter her home. She has high expectations of children and supports them to become independent. For example, children put on their coats and shoes by themselves before going outside to play. They confidently manage their personal care needs. This boosts their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder plans a stimulating curriculum, based on children's needs and interests. Children choose their own resources and demonstrate high levels of concentration when playing on their own and with others. Communication and language are priorities. For example, children confidently talk about what they are doing and enjoy singing songs and rhymes. This helps their understanding of spoken English.

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The provision is good

Children's behaviour is good. They listen to and follow the childminder's instructions. They happily take turns and are kind and considerate towards each other. The childminder praises children when they use good manners and she always encourages them to behave well. Parents and children have been well supported during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents are not currently entering the home. However, the childminder regularly shares important information about their child's progress and general well-being.

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n The childminder finds out about children's existing skills and interests when they first start at the setting. She uses this information to plan activities that build on their abilities, helping them to settle in quickly. She engages in and supports children's play, extending their learning. This ensures the children are highly motivated to learn. n The childminder plans a broad curriculum which covers all of the areas of learning. Activities are stimulating and focus on what children need to do next. For example, current learning priorities are designed to prepare children for their transition to school. n The childminder supports children's language development well. She models the correct use of spoken English and introduces them to new words, explaining their meaning. She talks to the children all of the time, encouraging them to describe what they have been doing and to answer questions. n The childminder knows the children very well. She regularly reflects on their

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learning and uses effective methods to observe and monitor their progress. She then targets her planning to meet their individual needs. She quickly identifies children who are having difficulties and puts support in place to help them catch up. n The childminder provides lots of opportunities for the children to develop their

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24 January 2022 independence. They enjoy doing things for themselves. For example, children peel and cut up the fruit at snack time. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. They understand why it is important to tidy away their toys before playing with something else, as they might trip and hurt themselves. n The childminder teaches the children to respect others and develops their understanding of other cultures and their beliefs. Cultural festivals and important events are celebrated. This increases children's awareness of difference and helps them to understand the world they live in. n Children understand the importance of keeping healthy. They enjoy physical activity in the outside area and regularly visit the local park, where they run and climb on the equipment. They are encouraged to take regular drinks of water. Food provided is healthy and nutritious. n Parents feel very supported by the childminder. During the pandemic, they

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received regular phone calls from her to find out how they and their children were coping. The childminder has a flexible approach and supports parents when they need additional care for their children. n The childminder recognises the importance of keeping her skills and knowledge up to date. However, since the beginning of the pandemic, she has not completed any relevant training or professional development. Keeping her skills and knowledge current would ensure consistently good-quality teaching and learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her safeguarding responsibilities. She knows what to do if she has any concerns about a child's welfare and acknowledges the importance of taking prompt action to help protect children. She attends regular training to ensure that she remains up to date with safeguarding requirements and any changes in legislation. She also understands the 'Prevent' duty and female genital mutilation and how to identify children who are at risk and who to report her concerns to. She supervises the children well and ensures that her home is safe and risk free. For example, she carries out regular risk assessments, which help her to identify and remove possible hazards, to keep children safe. All the required documentation and records are in place.

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should:

n Identify opportunities for training and professional development, to ensure teaching skills and practice are kept up to date.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY545963 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 10175140 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 3 Number of children on roll 2 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 Enfield. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 childminder. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

24 January 2022 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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