Childminder in Brent

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

The homely setting is clean and bright, with a spacious play area. The premises are safe and secure. Resources are well thought out, taking into account the needs of individual children. The childminder uses her knowledge of how children learn to promote their individual development. On arrival, children are welcomed with a warm hug, and together they play with their favourite toys.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans exciting activities to stimulate their curiosity and help their development. She has high expectations for children and works with each child as an individual. She provides a creative curriculum and seeks to provide experiences for children based on their curiosity. Children complete a project about bees after seeing bees flying around flowers. They develop key skills, such as scissor skills and hand-eye coordination, through carefully sequenced activities. They scoop rice into different-sized containers and cut dough. The childminder says that routines are important for children to thrive, and she works with parents to support their changing childcare needs.

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The provision is good

The childminder models expected behaviour and uses praise and reassurance to motivate children. She provides opportunities for children to learn about leading a healthy lifestyle. Children play games such as fruit sorting and have discussions about healthy food. They learn about the importance of keeping their teeth clean.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has an in-depth knowledge of child development and prepares children for their next stage of learning, such as transitioning to school as independent learners. She has strong links with local schools and works in partnership with them. Children have the opportunity to visit local schools. They read about going to school, and children are confident and independent when leaving the setting. n Children have good opportunities to develop their literacy skills. For example, they enjoy listening to familiar stories. The childminder helps children to understand and develop an awareness of rhyme and rhythm. Children independently access their favourite stories and books throughout the day. This supports children to develop a love of literacy and promotes their imaginative skills. n The childminder plans a stimulating and exciting curriculum, which extends individual children's development. She places a strong emphasis on

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need to do better?

communication and language and uses commentary and questioning to extend children's language. However, further support is required for children with limited speech in order for them to be able to communicate their interests. n The childminder teaches children about their local community by visiting parks

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need to do better?

27 April 2023 and the library and by meeting up with other childminders. Children get a sense of where they live, and they learn about road safety on their walks. They learn about navigation by looking at maps. They observe the weather and plan outings together. This gives children a sense of belonging and identity. n Parents say that they are happy with the provision. The childminder is part of the community, and parents recommend her to others. She works with agencies to support families and children. She learns about the skills children already have from their parents and shares what they need to learn next. She provides parents with regular feedback, and parents say that they feel supported and knowledgeable about their children's learning. Parents report that their children make great progress. n The childminder is reflective in her practice, as she is able to identify what works well and adapt her approach accordingly, if needed. She attends training to

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improve her knowledge. For example, she is attending a course to enhance her knowledge of the development of two-year olds. n The childminder is aware of appropriate behaviour for the age and stage of the children in her care. She teaches children about kindness and being tolerant of others. The childminder models good manners, such as saying please and thank you, and offers children praise when they repeat these back to her. Children behave well.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is knowledgeable about children in her care and their needs. She has completed the relevant safeguarding courses and extends her professional development further, which has a positive impact on the welfare of the children in her care. The childminder knows the signs and symptoms of abuse, including what to look out for and to whom to report any concerns. The childminder completes checks of her home to identify and minimise any risks, and this helps to keep children safe. She is mindful of children's safety on outings and teaches them about road safety.

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should:

n develop opportunities for children with more limited communication skills to share their views.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY485144 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10263738 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 5 Date of previous inspection 10 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Harlesden, in the London Borough of Brent. She operates flexible hours, from Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 2.

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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 provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. 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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