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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are very settled. They arrive happy and leave their parents with ease. Children are very familiar with the routines as they remove their shoes on entry and say hello to their friends. They have established close attachments to the attentive childminder and her family. Children demonstrate they are confident and secure in the environment. They receive good interaction from the childminder. Children's requests are fully supported. For example, they sit and concentrate for some time, helping one another as they play 'bug bingo'. The childminder engages them in meaningful conversation about the bugs in the pictures and children excitedly guess what they are. They are kind to each other. Older children help younger children to participate in the activity. The childminder gently guides the children to enable them to persevere and complete the game.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy focused learning at group time. They sit comfortably as they sing the days of the week and discuss the weather. Simple mathematics is supported well through all of the activities provided, as they discuss shapes and sizes. Very young children sort and compare shapes and use good vocabulary as they name the 'hexagon' and 'diamond'. They are eager to have a go at guessing the objects in the basket, linked to the letter of the week. Children are continually praised for their efforts. Their work is celebrated, and they have a real sense of belonging as they proudly show visitors their artwork displayed in the playroom.

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need to do better?

n The quality of education is good. Children make continued progress in their development as the childminder fully understands how children learn. They are provided with a broad curriculum that covers all seven areas of learning. The childminder follows the children's leads and interests when planning activities. She fully understands what they need to learn next and offers sufficient challenge. n The childminder fully supports young children's personal, social and emotional development. Children demonstrate they feel secure, approaching the childminder when they need help. They communicate their needs well and their behaviour is very good. They learn to regulate their emotions through well- planned activities. They learn the language they need to express how they feel and when negotiating how to share resources. They help their friends, soothe them and offer cuddles when they are upset. n Children's speech and language is developing well. The childminder talks calmly

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need to do better?

to the children. She is a good role model and introduces new words to broaden their vocabulary. She takes time to explain things in detail so that the children can understand what is expected. Children who speak English as an additional language are fully supported.

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need to do better?

25 October 2022 n Although children play well together, the organisation of the play areas and the accessibility of some resources does not help to promote a strong focus on their learning. The storage of equipment has had an impact on the space and accessibility of resources. This means that children cannot easily initiate their own play without the support of the childminder. n Parent partnerships are strong. Parents comment that they feel assured and confident leaving their children in the care of the compassionate and caring childminder. They appreciate the regular communication and information about what their children enjoy each day. They comment that their children are excited to attend and that they are treated as individuals. Parents are very happy that their children make good progress, learn good manners and understand the childminder's expectations. n Children's safety is paramount. Following recent and ongoing work to the home,

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need to do better?

the children do not have access to the garden. The childminder ensures they have fresh air and exercise daily as she plans trips outdoors. They regularly visit the local park to develop their large-muscle skills as they run, climb and balance using the large equipment. n Children have access to some quality resources. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to express their creativity and imagination to a higher level, as open-ended resources are not readily available.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Children are protected from harm as the childminder has a sound knowledge of how to keep children safe. She demonstrates her understanding of how to protect children's welfare. Through ongoing safeguarding training, the childminder is aware of possible signs and behaviours that may cause concern. She is fully aware of the appropriate process to follow should she need to seek help or advice. The childminder is also confident in recognising wider safeguarding issues and possible signs to look out for, such as the impact of domestic violence on children. Children play in a safe environment as the childminder routinely completes risk assessments. They are closely supervised when on outings and are taught the importance of road safety.

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should:

n review the inside environment so that children have space to play and can easily access all resources available to them n extend opportunities for children to access a wider range of open-ended resources, to help to develop their exploration and creativity to a higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2585357 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10251115 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She operates all year round, from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. 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 setting has 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 and the inspector had a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during indoor activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector took account of the written views of the parents. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

25 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

25 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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