Childminder in Havering

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 confident and happy at this setting. They form secure attachments with the childminder. Her calm and patient approach helps children to feel safe and emotionally secure. Children learn in a fun and warm environment. The childminder takes her time to observe and get to know the children. She uses her good knowledge of child development to skilfully plan the activities that meet their individual needs. This supports children to make good progress from their starting points.

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The provision is good

Children excitedly explore the environment. They spend significant amounts of time engaging in small-world and imaginative play. The childminder provides resources that ignite children's curiosity. She engages with the children during their play and comments on what they are doing, which supports their language development.

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The provision is good

Children behave well. They show respect for their environment by handling resources carefully and helping at tidy-up time. The childminder supports children to understand danger; for example, when children place large objects above their head, she explains the danger and suggests alternatives. This helps children to begin to recognise risk for themselves.

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n The childminder plans an engaging curriculum that covers all areas of learning. She bases the curriculum around children's interests, individual needs and their next steps in learning. This helps children to extend their knowledge. n Children enjoy a range of exciting activities that spark their interest. For example, children explore using fruit to make prints with paint. The childminder extends the activity by introducing other paint tools, such as paint brushes. This encourages children to remain engaged in the activity. n Children have regular access to outdoor play and enjoy trips to the local park. The childminder teaches children about healthy lifestyles. She provides healthy snacks and meals. Children learn how to look after their body through activities about dental hygiene and good hygiene routines, such as washing hands before meals. n The childminder supports children with their communication and language

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development. She speaks clearly and provides opportunities for children to hear words such as singing, reading books and naming objects. However, the childminder uses words such as 'doggy' and 'horsey'. This means children do not learn the correct pronunciation of some words. n The childminder encourages children to be independent, she encourages children to put on their own coats and provides opportunities for children to do tasks themselves. For example, children pour their own water from a dispenser

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8 February 2023 into their cup. Children make choices about what they would like to do throughout the day, and they can access the resources by themselves. n The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. She works together with parents and other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, to provide a consistent approach to support children to reach their full potential. n Children learn about people and cultures beyond their own personal experiences. The childminder provides books and resources that reflect different cultures and abilities. She gathers key information from parents to celebrate all the cultures within her setting. This helps children to develop an understanding of the diverse world around them. n The childminder is reflective in her practice. She identifies areas that she would like to gain more knowledge about, and seeks the appropriate advice and

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training to support her continuous professional development. She keeps up to date with mandatory training, such as first aid and safeguarding. This benefits the children's learning, development and well-being.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding about her role in safeguarding children. She demonstrates a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She has clear policies and procedures in place to follow should she have concerns about the welfare of a child in her care, or if an allegation is made against her or a household member. The childminder is aware of safeguarding issues, such as radicalisation and grooming.

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should:

n use the correct words and pronunciation when speaking to children to support children's language development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY216413 Local authority Havering Inspection number 10137981 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 5 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Hornchurch, in the London Borough of Havering. The childminder operates her service from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round, 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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure those are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, both 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 and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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Inspection activities

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