Childminder in Haringey

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 enjoy making choices and leading their own learning. They are happy and relaxed, and clearly enjoy the time they spend with the childminder and her co- childminder. This is because the childminder provides a safe and comfortable environment for children to learn and develop in. She provides them with constant praise and encouragement. This helps to develop children's self-esteem and confidence well. Consequently, they form secure and trusting attachments with the childminder and her co-childminder. The childminder encourages children to be kind and listen to each other. Children behave well and enjoy playing together.

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The provision is good

The childminder helps children to learn communication and language effectively. She skillfully uses her voice and props to bring stories and rhymes to life. This helps children learn new words and link them to actions. Children have good speaking and listening skills and are confident to speak to visitors. Younger children enjoy making marks with chunky chalk, showing their emerging skills as they form lines. Children have good opportunities to develop early social skills through planned visits to the local community. The childminder and her co-childminder teach children to have consideration for others and to respect each other's differences. Children also participate in regularly planned activities to learn about the different cultures throughout the wider world. They develop positive attitudes to learning that help to prepare them for the next stage in their learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is experienced and works effectively with her co-childminder. They share their knowledge and skills and provide children with good learning experiences and a well-resourced provision. They both have a thorough understanding of children's individual abilities and their stages of development. The childminder closely observes children's play and assesses their progress accurately. n Children have some good opportunities to develop their independence. For instance, they independently and confidently access a broad range of resources and play activities. However, at times, the childminder does too much for the children. Opportunities for them to help prepare their snacks or to put away their toys are not used consistently. As a result, children have fewer opportunities to develop their self-help skills during everyday routines. n Children's language and communication are progressing well. This includes those

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who speak English as an additional language. Children eagerly take part in flashcard activities that develop and extend their vocabulary. They talk in detail about how a flower has a stem, leaves and petals. Furthermore, children listen to stories attentively, showing their knowledge of the characters. n Children develop a good understanding of number, size and shape through

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26 January 2023 planned and spontaneous learning opportunities. For instance, they count as they walk up and down the stairs. Children learn the name of shapes, such as triangle, square and circle, as they play with construction toys. n The childminder promotes children's positive understanding of healthy lifestyles by providing them with plenty of opportunities for daily exercise outdoors. A variety of well-balanced meals and snacks is provided, with drinks available throughout the day. The childminder also teaches children to follow good hygiene routines, such as brushing their teeth and washing their hands before meals and after messy play. n The childminder is proactive and takes steps to improve her practice. For example, she increases her knowledge and skills through training and working alongside other professionals. The childminder is keen in seeking feedback from parents about the service she and her co-childminder provide. This, along with

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their own evaluations, helps them to identify and address areas for improvement. For example, the childminder has plans to develop the garden even further. n Parents are kept well informed about their child's progress and daily routine. They are encouraged to share children's achievements from home. Parents comment that they are very happy with the care the childminder and her co- childminder provide and the progress that their children are making. The childminder maintains good links with the local nursery and school that children attend, to help promote consistency in their care and learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her co-childminder have a secure understanding of the procedures to follow in the event of a child protection concern. They recognise the possible signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect, including those relating to wider safeguarding issues. The childminder knows what to do in the event of an allegation being made against her or her co-childminder. She ensures that risks to children in her home are minimised. The childminder and her co-childminder supervise children closely, which helps to keep them safe. The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding training and teaches children to recognise and manage possible risks, for example when using outdoor equipment.

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should:

n maximise opportunities for children to help themselves during everyday activities n continue to develop the curriculum in the outdoor areas for all children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY405433 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 10235374 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 30 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in the North Tottenham area, in the London Borough of Haringey. The childminder operates on Monday and Friday from 9am to 6pm, and on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8am to 6pm, throughout most of the year, except bank 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed some documentation, including training certificates and insurance. She read written feedback from the children's parents. n The childminder talked to the inspector about how she organises her provision and her curriculum intent. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed an activity and evaluated this with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

26 January 2023 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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26 January 2023 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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