Childminder in Barnet

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is good

Children are very happy and comfortable in the care of the nurturing childminder. The childminder is kind and caring, which helps children to develop secure bonds with her. She engages in conversations with children and uses every opportunity to comment on their play. The childminder encourages children's wider learning opportunities by taking them to local soft-play centres, parks and communal areas. This supports children's understanding of the wider community and strengthens their social interactions.

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The provision is good

Children's behaviour is supported well by the childminder. They show good listening skills and respond positively to the instructions. Children tidy up the toys when encouraged by the childminder. The childminder praises children for their positive behaviour. She reminds them to use their good manners when they ask for food or drink by encouraging them to say 'please' and 'thank you'. The childminder encourages older children to develop their physical skills. For instance, children attempt to put on their own coats and gain independence. Parents say that they are happy with their children's progress, particularly with their communication and language skills, and feel assured their child is in good hands.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children to recognise their emotions. For example, children look at books and use colours to identify if they are happy or sad. This allows children to begin to understand and manage their own feelings. n The childminder provides opportunities for children to extend their learning outdoors each day. For instance, children enjoy playing in the garden, where they use binoculars to spot birds. The childminder extends children's interest in birds by encouraging them to spot the different types of birds and their habitats in books. n Children enjoy exploring different media and learn to express themselves creatively. For example, they use paint to mix in foam to learn about different colours. However, the childminder does not adapt her teaching to ensure that the youngest children also benefit from the activities that she plans. n The childminder promotes healthy eating habits. For example, older children are

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encouraged to cut their own fruit at mealtimes. As a result, children are supported to develop their hand-to-eye coordination and learn to use knives safely at mealtimes. n The childminder promotes children's communication and language well. She talks to children attentively and at their level. As a result, older children are progressing exceptionally well in their communication and language development. n Parents state that they would recommend the childminder to others and

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need to do better?

21 November 2022 describe her as a 'local celebrity'. The childminder works well in partnership with parents. She shares information about children's daily experiences and progress regularly. As a result, parents are kept up to date with their child's progress to help them to continue their children's learning at home. n The childminder supports children to understand the diverse community around them. For instance, they went on a trip to the local Chinese supermarket to celebrate Chinese New Year, where they brought back lanterns and chopsticks to incorporate into activities. n Children have access to a variety of resources. They take pleasure in selecting toys, such as learning to use a disco light torch. This helps children to make choices and to develop their independence. However, the childminder does not provide consistent opportunities for younger children to fully develop their physical development indoors. As a result, at times, younger children are not

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able to independently explore or be physically active. n The childminder has a small book area for children to choose books to read, and she enjoys sharing stories with children. She displays artwork of different celebrations during the year and uses books as part of these displays. This helps children to develop an interest in reading.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder provides a safe and secure environment for the children in her care. She has good knowledge about how to keep children safe. The childminder understands her role in safeguarding procedures and how to recognise signs that a child may be at risk. This includes keeping children safe from domestic violence in the home. The childminder is aware of her role and responsibilities in managing allegations and shows an understanding of how to report concerns to the local safeguarding team.

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should:

n ensure that adult-led activities are planned to meet the needs of all children, especially younger children, to increase their participation and progression n increase younger children's physical development opportunities, such as by reviewing the environment to provide more space for them to move.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453256 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10235958 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 7 Date of previous inspection 19 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Edgware, in the London Borough of Barnet. She operates her service all year round, from 8am until 5pm, from Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder gave the inspector key documentation to view on request. n The inspector interacted with children. n The childminder and inspector discussed the curriculum and how it shapes children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with recent reviews and statements written by the parents to take into account. n The childminder conducted a learning walk to discuss her provision and practice.

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Inspection activities

21 November 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

21 November 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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