Childminder in Hackney

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

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

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The provision requires improvement

Children appear happy and settled in the childminder's home. The childminder creates a warm and nurturing environment that effectively supports their well- being. Children are regularly given cuddles, helping them to feel safe and secure. Children are enthusiastic when playing. They chose from a wide range of stimulating resources, extending their own learning. They show increasing perseverance when they find an activity challenging.

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder has high expectations for children. She supports their developing confidence and independence by encouraging them to do things for themselves. For example, children use the toilet themselves, wash their hands afterwards and tidy away resources when they have finished playing with them. Children's behaviour is good. They understand the daily routines and listen carefully to, and follow, the childminder's instructions.

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The provision requires improvement

Overall, the curriculum offered is well planned and takes account of children's individual needs. The childminder knows children very well. She uses this knowledge to plan activities that address any gaps in their understanding. However, the childminder has not updated her knowledge and teaching skills for some time. This means that she is not able to implement current statutory guidance and new teaching initiatives thoroughly. Doing this will help to develop her practice, ensuring that all children make good progress in their learning and development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. For example, she regularly introduces new words, carefully explaining their meaning and encouraging children to use them in different contexts. The childminder regularly reads stories to children, and sings songs and rhymes to improve their understanding of language structure. n Children's physical skills are good. They spend time each day in the local park, practising their large-muscle skills. They run, climb and jump in the fresh air. The childminder teaches children the importance of regular physical exercise and eating healthy food. n Children enjoy activities that promote their problem-solving skills, such as putting together puzzles. The childminder uses praise well to encourage them to keep trying when things do not work out as they expect. Children concentrate intently and persevere, trying each piece and finding different ones when the

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one they have does not fit. n Children learn about their local community and the environment. For example, they visit the local shops and the market to buy food. They visit museums, the

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4 July 2022 city farm and the canal to look at the boats. These trips enrich children's learning experiences and develop their understanding of the world they live in. n The childminder knows children well and recognises where they are in their learning. She works with parents to support a consistent approach to children's care, such as when toilet training. The childminder gathers information from parents about their children's needs, likes and dislikes before they start. She uses this knowledge to ensure that children settle in confidently. n The childminder regularly takes the children to local stay-and-play sessions. This gives children opportunities to socialise and develop their personal skills, such as sharing and taking turns. A recent visit to a group provided an opportunity for children to learn about the importance of oral care and how to look after their teeth. n The childminder can identify some of her provision's strengths and development

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areas. She seeks support for herself from other professionals on occasion, and knows how to get help for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. However, she has not kept her training and professional development up to date and does not have a thorough understanding of current statutory guidance. This does not have a direct impact on children's learning and development. Ensuring that her knowledge is up to date would ensure that children continue to make good progress. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping the premises safe and free from potential hazards. She carries out regular risk assessments and makes sure that her home is clean and tidy. The childminder knows what to do if a child in her care is hurt or becomes ill. However, her paediatric first-aid certificate has expired. This is a breach of statutory requirements. Her current knowledge and understanding of first aid is good and ensures that children

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remain safe in her care. The childminder will be attending paediatric first-aid training as soon as possible. n Partnerships with parents are good. Parents appreciate the support and advice that the childminder provides. They say that their children love spending time at the childminder's home and feel they are progressing well. The childminder regularly exchanges ongoing information with parents about their children's experiences, routines and achievements.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is clear about her responsibility for children's health and safety. She supervises children diligently and ensures that they play in a safe and secure environment. The childminder completes training to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She knows the signs that might lead her to be concerned about a child's welfare. She acknowledges the importance of taking prompt action to help protect children. She is clear about how to follow local child protection procedures to keep children safe from harm.

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Due date

complete paediatric first-aid training. 31/07/2022

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should:

n update current knowledge and skills through targeted professional development to improve the quality of education and outcomes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 144364 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10147738 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 2 Date of previous inspection 29 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Clapton, in the London Borough of Hackney. The childminder operates from 8.15am to 3pm on Monday and Friday, and from 8.15am to 4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, throughout the year.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting 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 childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises different aspects of learning. n The inspector observed the childminder's teaching. He talked to the childminder about how she evaluates the provision. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors. He discussed children's progress with the childminder. n The inspector discussed working with different families with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

4 July 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

4 July 2022 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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