Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

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 are happy and confident in the childminder's home. They are warmly welcomed by the caring, nurturing childminder and her assistant and settle quickly in the calm and safe, home-from-home environment. They have developed secure attachments with both the childminder and her assistant, and this is evident from children's cheerful, confident and relaxed behaviour. The childminder knows the children well and where they are at in their development. She follows the children's interests when planning activities, to ensure she captures their interest. They show curiosity and an eagerness to try new things. Children make choices about what they want to do and independently select from a wide range of quality resources. They show enthusiasm to learn and are inquisitive, asking lots of questions.

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The provision is good

Children thoroughly enjoy being creative. They choose the paints they need, discussing colours as they paint large-scale pictures of their favourite characters. The childminder has meaningful conversations with them as they paint. For example, they discuss the characteristics of an owl and the need to paint wings. Children compare their work with pictures in a book. They practise early writing as they are encouraged to write their name on their creations. Children behave well, have good manners and demonstrate positive attitudes towards their learning.

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need to do better?

n The quality of education is good. The childminder is aware of the importance of continuous personal development. She understands that building on her already good knowledge can improve outcomes further for the children in her care. She is committed to improving her knowledge through training opportunities. The childminder has a culture of evaluating the service she provides. She encourages her assistant in her continuous professional development. n The childminder supports children's personal, social and emotional development. Children's behaviour is good. They have formed friendships with other children who attend and they understand the childminder's expectations and consequences of their actions. They are kind to one another. n Children's speaking and listening skills are developing well. The childminder asks open-ended questions to help children think for themselves, and gives them ample time to respond. She introduces new words to extend their vocabulary.

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need to do better?

For example, they talk about 'octagons' and 'hexagons' when making shapes. n The childminder knows the children and their families extremely well. She supports children's understanding of the world. For example, children access positive images of diversity through the resources available to them. They also enjoy regular outings to the library, park and shops to help them learn about the community they live in. The childminder supports children's knowledge of other families' lifestyles and cultures that are outside of their own experiences.

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need to do better?

24 March 2023 n Parents are happy with the care the childminder provides. They say she is a 'kind and lovely childminder' and a 'good teacher'. Parents receive regular updates about what their children have done during the day. The childminder communicates with parents about their children's learning and development. However, the childminder has not established links with other early years settings children attend to support continuity of their care and learning. n The childminder engages children in discussions about the shapes and colours they are using, to secure their understanding of mathematical concepts. They excitedly sing number songs and use simple subtraction. Children enjoy making structures with bricks and are competent with puzzles. However, while the childminder identifies areas where children need further support, she does not extend their understanding of mathematical concepts further to build on what

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need to do better?

they have already learned. n Children are encouraged to independently take care of their personal needs, fully supported by the childminder. For example, they go to the bathroom and know to wash their hands after using the toilet. They can independently dress themselves in preparation for going outdoors. They are confident and ask lots of questions, as the childminder ensures that they learn the skills they need for a smooth transition to school and successful future learning.

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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 their responsibility to safeguard children. They complete regular training to ensure that their knowledge is up to date. The childminder recognises the possible signs of abuse and neglect. The childminder is aware of wider child protection issues, such as how to identify children who may be at risk of exposure to extreme views and behaviour. They understand how to report any concerns regarding children's welfare to the appropriate agencies. The childminder understands how to deal with allegations against herself or a member of her household. Both the childminder and her assistant have a sound knowledge of whistle-blowing and demonstrated a strong commitment to keeping children safe.

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should:

n establish positive partnerships with other early years settings that children attend and develop more effective ways to share information about their learning and development n help older and more able children to extend their mathematical development further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY374524 Local authority Barking and Dagenham Inspection number 10280145 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 8 Date of previous inspection 19 September 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Romford, Essex. She operates all year round, from 6.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 her and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector observed the childminder and her assistant interacting with children. She held discussions with the childminder regarding what she wants children to learn. n The inspector viewed a range of the childminder's documentation, including suitability documents for the household members. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Inspection activities

24 March 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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Inspection activities

24 March 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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