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 thoroughly enjoy their time in the childminder's home. They confidently explore the toys and activities provided. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. They benefit from her caring, calm approach and enjoy cuddles and reassurance from her when needed. Children enjoy the company of their friends and develop strong bonds. They are kind and caring towards each other and share the resources well. Children show a good understanding of the childminder's rules and boundaries. They readily tidy away toys and books when they are finished playing, before they go out into the garden.

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The provision is good

Children make independent choices about the toys they play with. They make a train track together with their friends and learn to push the trains around the track, taking turns. Other children use the shape sorter to discover what shapes fit into each section. The childminder weaves in mathematical language, such as 'hexagon', as she gently guides them to find the correct slot. Young children show good muscle control and coordination skills. For example, children enjoy playing with balls: throwing, catching and kicking them. Children call out 'Goal!' with enthusiasm when they manage to kick the ball, showing they are proud of their achievements.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a clear idea of what she wants the children to learn and achieve. She gathers information from parents about things their children already know and can do when they join the setting. She uses this information, and the children's interests, to plan what she wants the children to learn next. This helps to ensure that children are motivated to join in with activities that support their interests. n The childminder has focused her teaching to support children's developing speech and language. She provides a constant narrative as children play. The childminder ensures that she reads stories to children, guided by their interests, to help focus children's attention. She speaks slowly and clearly so that children have the opportunity to hear the correct pronunciation of words. However, very occasionally, children have dummies in their mouths. This limits the opportunities for them to practise their early speech.

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n The childminder supports children's good behaviour. She is gentle and calm with the children. This approach contributes to their positive behaviour. The childminder uses an abundance of praise and encouragement to support their self-esteem and confidence. For example, she praises children when they throw and catch a ball. As a result, young children maintain focus on activities for extended periods. n The childminder is confident to teach children about different festivals and

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26 September 2022 religious traditions. However, she does not consistently provide children with more opportunities to learn about the similarities and differences outside their own communities and experiences. Therefore, children do not always develop an understanding of what makes them unique. n Partnerships with parents are effective. Parents value the support and guidance that the childminder provides. They appreciate the feedback she gives them on their children's development. Parents know what their children are learning in her setting, and the childminder provides ideas for parents to continue this learning at home. This helps to provide continuity in children's care and learning. n The childminder supports children's good health and well-being very well. She ensures that children have daily opportunities to enjoy playing outdoors in the garden. Children enjoy jumping up and down on the trampoline. They play catch

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need to do better?

with a ball, throwing it to each other. Children's growing independence is encouraged. She teaches the children the importance of washing their hands at appropriate times, to further promote their good health. n The childminder uses self-evaluation well. She has clear plans to improve her practice further to benefit the children. The childminder has attended an array of training courses to help improve her provision. With her assistant, she makes good use of this training to enhance their teaching and support for children. This has a positive impact on learning experiences for children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder fully understands her responsibilities to safeguard children and protect their welfare. She has in-depth knowledge of the possible signs and indicators which may suggest a child is at risk of abuse or neglect. This helps to ensure that children's well-being is protected. The childminder ensures that safeguarding training, for both herself and her assistant, remains up to date. The childminder is aware of wider safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation and radicalisation. The childminder and her assistant hold relevant paediatric first-aid certificates.

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should:

n provide all children with more frequent opportunities to practise their speaking and listening skills n broaden children's understanding of diversity and the similarities and differences between themselves and others, to further develop their understanding of the world around them and what makes them unique.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476701 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10075885 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 20 Date of previous inspection 23 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Sible Hedingham, Essex. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3 and works with an assistant. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. 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 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

26 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

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