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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's welcoming home. They have strong relationships with the childminder and her assistant and feel content. Children play well together and enjoy each other's company. They develop good social skills. The childminder and her assistant are caring and attentive to children's individual needs and praise them for their achievements. For example, children learn to take turns, share and show kindness to one another. Children behave well.

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The provision is good

The childminder follows children's lead and designs an ambitious and stimulating curriculum. Children show focus and resilience in their play and spend long periods of time engaging in activities of their choosing. For instance, they enjoy drawing and show pride in the marks they make. They talk about what they have drawn and enjoy the challenge, as they practise their fine motor skills. The childminder extends their learning further. She encourages them, when they are developmentally ready, to hold their colouring pens in a pincer grip, to help to develop their early writing skills. Children learn early mathematics from a young age. For example, the childminder encourages children to count and learn about weights and measures as they play with the sand and containers.

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The provision is good

Children love being active outdoors. For example, they move confidently and safely as they climb, balance and run. They learn about nature, for example while exploring in the garden and comment on how their plants have changed throughout the seasons. Children make good progress from their starting points in learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder monitors children's progress from when they first start. She gathers information from parents to assess children's starting point. The childminder uses this information to plan interesting activities based on children's individual learning needs. She monitors children's progress closely to ensure that they gain the skills and knowledge to help them achieve a successful move to the next stage of their education or school. n Children develop good communication and language skills and, overall, the childminder supports them well. For instance, she introduces new vocabulary during activities and provides a clear narrative to help children's understanding and to follow instructions. However, there are times where the childminder steps in too quickly and does not give children enough time to think and respond to her questions. n The childminder encourages children to develop their independence and self-

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care skills effectively. For instance, younger children freely choose toys to play with and learn to feed themselves during mealtimes. Older children can put on

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9 February 2023 their own coats and boots when going outside to play. All children follow good hygiene routines, such as washing their own hands before eating their meals. They respond well to simple instructions, such as to tidy up the toys and help clean the table before their meals. n The childminder and her assistant are positive role models. They support children to develop good manners and use praise to highlight children's good behaviour and achievements. All children, including younger ones, understand the clear rules and boundaries the childminder and her assistant teach them and show respect towards each other. n The childminder prepares children for life in modern Britain well. She plans meaningful and interesting activities to help children learn about different people and communities. She ensures that children's own heritages are valued and celebrated in her setting. n Parents speak highly of the childminder and her assistant. They express positive

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comments on how well their children are progressing and supported in their learning and care. The childminder keeps parents fully informed about their children's progress and well-being. She shares information about their children's development to support them to extend their children's learning at home. n The childminder and her assistant work as an effective team and review their practice regularly. They regularly attend training to help raise the quality of the provision for children's overall learning experiences. The childminder regularly seeks feedback from parents, to identify any changes she needs to make. However, the childminder has not explored options for further professional development of her assistant to enhance their teaching skills further.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have a secure understanding of the procedures to follow should they have any concerns for children's safety and welfare. They keep up to date with safeguarding training and guidance and have a broad knowledge of possible signs of abuse. This includes the effects of exposure to extreme views and behaviour. The childminder has effective induction and recruitment procedures in place for her assistant. She carries out regular risk assessments and daily checks to make sure children play in a safe environment.

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should:

n provide more time for children to think and respond to questions with their own thoughts and ideas to enhance their learning n focus more precisely on the ongoing support and professional development of the assistant to help raise their good practice to a higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2603714 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10263182 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in the London borough of Barnet. The childminder works with an assistant. She provides care from 8am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. The childminder holds a relevant level 6 early years qualification. She receives funding for the provision of early years education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 her evaluation of the provision. n The inspector and the childminder discussed the early years provision and the aims of the curriculum. n The inspector and childminder jointly observed the assistant, children and evaluated an activity together. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including paediatric first-aid certificates and suitability checks for the childminder, assistant and other household members. n The inspector took account of written views of parents.

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Inspection activities

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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