Childminder in Ealing

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 Outstanding

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder has developed a good curriculum based on children's interests and individual needs. She has clear intentions for what she wants children to learn. This helps children to continually gain further knowledge. For example, children demonstrate good imaginative skills as they create their own train journey on the large tree logs in the park. They use the tree bark as their train tickets. Their social skills are developing well as they decide who takes on which role, such as the conductor. Children are learning to play cooperatively and develop friendships.

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The provision requires improvement

Children form secure relationships with the childminder and her assistant, who are kind and gentle. They smile and giggle throughout the day, which shows they are happy and confident and enjoy their time at the setting. Children enjoy praise from the childminder and her assistant, which promotes their self-esteem and helps them to become confident learners. Children are motivated to learn as they independently explore and make choices about what they want to play and do. The childminder and her assistant encourage good manners and clear boundaries. As a result, children behave extremely well and share resources with their friends.

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The provision requires improvement

An omission regarding sharing vital information with Ofsted has impacted on the overall judgement. However, children's safety at the setting is not compromised. The childminder ensures the premises are safe, and effective risk assessments are conducted prior to visits.

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need to do better?

n Children of different ages show an interest in early writing. Older children hold pens correctly as they write their names. Younger children practise making marks with sticks in the mud at the park. Children are excited to show the childminder and her assistant their work. n The childminder knows the children well and has high expectations for all the children in her care. She uses the information gained from parents, when children start, to help her build on what children already know and can do. This supports children for their next stage in learning. Children make good progress. n The childminder and her assistant are very attentive towards children. For instance, they quickly recognise when a child is tired and needs a nap or that their nappy needs changing. They work together to help children feel comfortable and to meet their care needs. n Children have plenty of opportunities to develop and challenge their physical

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skills. They spend a great deal of time outside enjoying the fresh air. For example, they explore nature and animals in the local parks and enjoy going for walks. This supports children's learning and love of the natural environment. The childminder provides fresh fruits, vegetables and nutritious, home-cooked meals.

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need to do better?

3 August 2022 n The childminder recognises how effective-partnership working with parents has a positive impact on children's well-being and learning. Parents' views of the childminder's provision are positive. They report that she provides regular updates about their child's learning. Parents state that the childminder speaks to them if she has any concerns about children's development. They feel at ease to talk to her about any changes in children's circumstances. n The childminder has omitted to inform Ofsted of a new household member living at the childminding premises. This is a breach of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. However, the impact on children's safety and well-being is not significant, as the household member is not on the premises when minded children are cared for. n Children's communication, language and literacy skills develop very well. The childminder and her assistant encourage children to repeat new words and they

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explain new vocabulary during their play, activities and from books they share. However, the childminder and assistant miss opportunities to teach the children about the lives of people from other communities in order to help them understand that everybody is unique.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant demonstrate a good understanding of their role in safeguarding children. They have a secure knowledge and understanding of the signs that may indicate a concern about children's welfare, including abuse and extremism. The childminder and her assistant are confident about the procedures to follow should they have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder knows what action to take in the event of an allegation against herself or her assistant. The childminder makes sure that the premises are secure so that children cannot leave unsupervised and unwanted visitors cannot gain entry. The childminder and her assistant maintain valid paediatric first-aid certificates.

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Due date

ensure Ofsted is informed of those living on the premises in order that their suitability can be verified. 02/09/2022

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should:

3 August 2022 n develop opportunities for children to learn more about other cultures and lives that are different from their own.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY472922 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 10231860 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 4 Date of previous inspection 29 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Hanwell, in the London Borough of Ealing. The childminder works with an assistant and offers care on Monday to Thursday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 setting. n A learning walk was completed with the childminder to discuss how she delivers the curriculum and ensures children's progress. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. The inspector completed a joint observation and evaluated this with the childminder. n Parents shared their views through written feedback and questionnaires provided by the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's incident record and evidence of the suitability of the adults living on the premises. n The inspector spoke with the childminder, the assistant and the children at

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appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

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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