Childminder in Essex

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are happy and confident. They settle quickly and form positive relationships with the childminder. Children make good progress from the outset. They enjoy their learning and are eager to participate in planned and spontaneous activities.

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The provision is good

Older children demonstrate high levels of confidence and independence as they move around the playroom to explore an abundance of attractive resources accessible to them. For example, children are resourceful and build dens and enclosures using large equipment. This also extends to the outdoor area, which enhances their physical development, health and well-being. For example, children enjoy playing with the football and the basketball, and they learn how to dribble, target and shoot. This helps to strengthen children's balance, movement and coordination. The most able children demonstrate to their younger peers how to use equipment appropriately and share the resources. As a result, they play in agreement with each other and their behaviour is good.

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The provision is good

Children support and help each other. For example, older children help younger ones to put their shoes on in time for outdoor play. The younger children begin to repeat new words and develop their vocabulary. The childminder works closely with parents to support children to manage their feelings and to teach them self- regulation.

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need to do better?

n The childminder speaks about her work with great passion. She understands the stages of child development and how young children learn. She uses her knowledge to ensure all children are where they should be in their development. Parents praise the childminder with first-rate comments about the care and learning their children receive. n The childminder provides a safe environment, indoors and outdoors. Children feel comfortable and relaxed. They learn to be independent and are able to do things for themselves, as well as helping their peers. The childminder observes children's activities and interactions with each other to ensure they play safely and in harmony. n The childminder gives high priority to children's personal, social and emotional development and well-being. She considerately supports children, particularly those who need longer periods for settling in and children who may be experiencing personal situations, such as bereavement.

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need to do better?

n The childminder teaches children about personal hygiene and healthy food choices and promotes dental hygiene. For instance, children use the toilet themselves and learn to dress for outdoor play by putting their shoes on

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need to do better?

12 July 2022 independently. Younger children grasp potty training very quickly, and they confidently move on to using the toilet. n The childminder praises children for their skills and initiative. Children are happy to take turns and share resources with their friends. n Younger children develop new language through well-planned activities that follow their interests. For example, two-year-old children find topic-related objects the childminder has buried in the sand. They confidently begin to recognise them and name them. n The childminder provides good learning opportunities for the older children she cares for. For example, the children play a healthy food table-top game and read a story about moving on to school. Although some of the learning intentions are achieved, the childminder does not consistently differentiate such activities to include younger children so that they can fully participate.

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need to do better?

n The childminder introduces new learning concepts and offers good information. However, she does not consistently allow children the time and space they need to process this information. Children are not always able to problem-solve and draw conclusions from what is being taught. n The childminder is experienced and has undertaken many training courses and workshops to continuously improve and learn new skills. She shares information about children's progress and next steps with other settings they attend to ensure consistency in their learning. The childminder has good relationships with parents and provides detailed daily diaries to parents of younger children to keep them informed.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is fully trained in safeguarding, and she keeps her knowledge up to date. She offers a safe environment in her provision. The childminder understands her duty to protect children from harm. She knows the signs that could indicate a child is at risk of abuse and who to refer to should she have any concerns. She is aware of a wide range of safeguarding matters and is confident in her knowledge of safeguarding procedures. The childminder is aware what action to take if an allegation is made against herself or a household member.

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should:

n offer more consistent support for the young children to encourage their involvement in a wider range of play activities n give young children the time they need to respond during conversations so they can share their ideas, knowledge and understanding of different concepts.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY372123 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10231772 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 8 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 6 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Hockley, Essex. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, from 7am until 7pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder accompanied the inspector on a learning walk of the setting. She discussed the curriculum she provides and how this is arranged with the inspector. n The inspector held discussions with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their views. n A sample of relevant documents were reviewed by the inspector, including the suitability checks of household members.

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Inspection activities

12 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

12 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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