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 Good

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The provision is good

Children are happy, confident and settle quickly. They have a trusting relationship with the childminder and each other. Children thrive on the praise and encouragement they receive from the childminder. They encourage their friends to do well and give each other 'high fives' when they achieve tasks. Children make good progress from their starting points. Children make choices about how they spend their time, selecting from the wide range of resources and activities on offer. They develop a love of books and are encouraged to lift the flaps and join in with familiar phrases.

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The provision is good

Children understand the high expectations of the childminder and behave well. Children develop good social skills. They wait patiently for their turn during activities and share resources. The children are polite and helpful. They know they need to tidy up when they have finished activities and delight in singing the 'tidy up' song as they do so. The children enjoy outings to places such as the local park or the zoo. These outings are well thought out and linked to children's current interests or next steps in their development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder invests time in getting to know the children and their families. The childminder has established close bonds with the children. The children seek her out for comfort and cuddles if they are upset or unsure. A strong emphasis is put on emotional development. The children enjoy sharing stories around feelings and have discussions with the childminder about how to help their friends if they are feeling upset or sad. The children are quick to comfort, help and praise each other when appropriate. n The childminder has a good understanding of child development and what children need to learn next. She provides children with an educational programme that supports this. She can identify any gaps that emerge in children's learning and takes action to narrow these gaps. This ensures children make good progress across all areas of their learning. n Children's communication and language skills are good. The childminder is

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need to do better?

aware of the benefits of reading stories and singing songs with children. The children are keen to suggest songs they can all sing together, smiling proudly as they complete the actions. The childminder ensures she is clear when speaking and pronounces her words correctly. She repeats back what the children say and adds words to enhance their vocabulary development. However, the childminder's current method of asking children questions during play can interrupt the flow of their conversations. n Children's independence skills are well supported. The children are given choices about what they would like to play with. They are encouraged to pour their own

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8 September 2022 drinks and proudly tell their friends 'I did it'. This results in cheers from their friends. The childminder reassures the children if they spill the water and encourages them to try again, offering suggestion and support if required. The children are given time to figure out problems by themselves before the childminder asks if they need help. She gives the children suggestions about how they can solve the problem rather than doing it for them. n The childminder ensures that her training remains up to date. She seeks out opportunities that help her develop her knowledge. She is reflective and can identify areas for improvement. She makes positive changes to ensure the best outcomes for the children in her care. n Partnerships with parents and additional settings are good. The childminder communicates with the parents daily, which promotes continuity of care for the children. She keeps parents and additional settings up to date with children's

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progress and next steps in their learning. This helps to keep everyone aware of what children need to learn next and how they can be supported.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that may indicate that children are at risk of harm or abuse. She is committed to training and has a good knowledge of wider issues, such as county lines. The childminder has a policy with procedures and contact details of who to call should she need advice and to make a referral. Risk assessments are in place to ensure any hazards are identified and minimised so that her home remains safe for children.

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should:

n strengthen the use of effective questioning skills to ensure children's communication and language skills are enhanced during play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY399483 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10074324 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 3 Date of previous inspection 26 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Chelmsford, Essex. The childminder operates term time only, from 7.30am to 5pm, every day, except Wednesdays, bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. 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. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector took account of parents' written views. n The inspector viewed relevant information.

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Inspection activities

8 September 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

8 September 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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