Childminder in Newham

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 develop close attachments to the childminder and settle well in her care. They are confident to explore the environment and often call the childminder to show her what they are doing. They go to the childminder for cuddles, when they need some reassurance. This shows they feel safe and secure in her provision. Children are confident around new people and quickly begin to interact with the inspector. Children generally behave well. The childminder models polite and kind behaviour; for instance, she always says 'please' and 'thank you' and prompts children to do the same with gentle reminders. This encourages children to behave in the same way.

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The provision is good

Children are eager to explore. They make independent choices during their play, for example, children choose a box of bricks from a selection of resources and take it to the play area. They open the box and begin to build. Children show good levels of determination; for instance, when their models fall apart, they keep fixing them until they are happy. Children often interact well together; they play alongside each other and pass each other toys. They are developing friendships and calling each other's names during their play.

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need to do better?

n Children make good progress. The childminder gathers information from parents on the individual starting points of the children. She uses this and her own observations to identify what children already know, and she plans activities and resources that support children to reach their next steps in learning. n The childminder supports children to develop their communication and language skills by reading, singing and talking to children during their play. She speaks clearly, repeats and extends what children say and models the correct pronunciation. n The childminder is very animated when she reads stories, she uses facial expressions and different voices to capture and hold the children's interest. As a result, children enjoy listening to stories which develops their early literacy skills. n The childminder intervenes when children are in conflict situations and speaks to children when they hurt or snatch. However, she does not always acknowledge

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the other child's feelings or address the impact children's actions can have on others. This can hinder children's developing social skills. n Children learn about people and communities beyond their own, through interacting with people from different cultures at group activities and attending cultural celebrations within the community. The childminder provides resources and activities, such as books and food tasting, to celebrate the cultures of the children she cares for. n The childminder consistently supports children to manage their personal hygiene

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13 October 2022 needs. She demonstrates how to wash hands effectively and how to cover their mouth when they cough. Children are encouraged to be independent; the childminder supports them to feed and dress themselves, hold cutlery and cups properly and make their own choices throughout the day. This supports children, as they transition to nursery or school. n The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles. She offers a range of fruit and vegetables for snack and cooks healthy meals. The childminder encourages good oral health by promoting toothbrushing and providing information for parents. Children get regular access to the garden. They enjoy running and riding on the push-along cars. This supports their physical development and well-being. n The childminder is committed to continuous professional development to improve her knowledge, skills and practice. She identifies and attends various training courses and uses her new knowledge to achieve the best outcomes for

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children. n The childminder has strong partnerships with parents, she communicates with them daily and holds monthly updates on the children's development. Parents are complimentary about the childminder; they state that they feel that their children are safe and happy in her care. They comment on the good communication and how well their children eat at her setting.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children in her care. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child. The childminder regularly attends training to keep her knowledge of safeguarding up to date. She carries out daily risk assessments to identify hazards and minimise risks.

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should:

n support children to acknowledge each other's feelings, to help them develop the knowledge and understanding of how their actions impact on others.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 132479 Local authority Newham Inspection number 10064928 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 18 April 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives in Canning Town, within the London Borough of Newham. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification. She works Monday to Friday, 7am until 6pm, all year round.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure these are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. 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 childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

13 October 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

13 October 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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