Childminder in Hillingdon

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is outstanding

Children thrive under the care of this warm and kind childminder. They have access to a rich abundance of learning opportunities that support all areas of their development. Children learn about nature and the importance of taking care of creatures. For example, children use leftover orange peel to make bird food for the birds. Children learn the value of taking care of each other and develop empathy through these experiences.

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The provision is outstanding

Children are kind, funny and enjoy each other's company. They take care of each other under the gentle guidance of the childminder. Children enjoy playing together and joyfully include the childminder in their play. For example, they make pancakes in the mud kitchen for her to also enjoy. Children behave impeccably. The childminder has instilled this positive practice in the children. They say 'please' 'thank you' and 'excuse me' with no reminding. Children understand what is expected of them at all times while in her care. The childminder's home is bright and colourful. Children regularly use their creativity and imagination. For example, they paint on mirrors and see the effect the paint has as it runs down the glass. These are proudly displayed for the children to enjoy in the garden. Children engage fully in their learning. They concentrate well and get involved in the learning taking place.

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n Children are able to access an interesting and thoughtful curriculum. For example, when baking, children are introduced to a range of language such as 'combining' and 'mixing'. Children develop mathematical knowledge through weighing and measuring the ingredients. They relish these opportunities and demonstrate a strong understanding of taking turns and following instructions. Children demonstrate excellent recall. They share past events when they have cooked with the childminder and share these memories. n Parents speak very highly of the childminder. She has developed strong relationships with parents to support children in achieving the next stages in their development. The childminder uses these positive relationships to ensure that any concerns are dealt with swiftly. She works closely with parents to support children with any additional needs. She nurtures these bonds through consistent communication and sharing photos and detailed observations. Parents

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feel that their children are thriving under the care of the childminder. n Children develop an excellent understanding of being healthy. They are encouraged to develop healthy habits from an early age. They grow fruits and vegetables in the garden and are encouraged to be physically active. The childminder plans trips to the local park to further support this area of the children's development.

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14 July 2023 n The childminder has developed strong bonds within the local community. She regularly plans trips to the local library, shops and park. Children have developed a strong sense of community under her guidance. The children are regularly invited to the neighbour's garden to pick fruit, and in turn they bake cakes and cookies for them. This instils the value of community and the importance of taking care of others. n The childminder has an excellent understanding of how to support children's transitions. For example, she takes children to the local park to develop their social and emotional skills before they start school. Children happily talk about which school they are going to and what they are excited about. The childminder helps children prepare by reading books about school. Children are also encouraged to be independent from a young age to further strengthen this transition. n The childminder is very reflective about her professional development. She has

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done a range of interesting courses to support her practice. She uses this knowledge to support the children in her setting to thrive. The childminder wants the children in her care to develop emotional resilience. Through her guidance and reassurance she gives children the necessary tools to develop this. She attends mandatory training alongside other training to support her interests within the early years. n The childminder has high expectations for all children. Children engage in a challenging curriculum that she adapts to children's different interests and needs. The childminder teaches children about different cultures and communities. She stresses the importance of celebrating these with children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a thorough understanding of safeguarding. She understands her responsibilities when keeping the children in her care safe. She conducts risk assessments and teaches children how to keep themselves safe. The childminder has rigorous safeguarding practices in place. She understands how to report any concerns and to whom. She recognises the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and has clear reporting guides in place to support this. She keeps her knowledge and safeguarding training up to date.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2625042 Local authority Hillingdon Inspection number 10285828 Type of provision Childminder Registers Early Years Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and is based in Ruislip, in the London Borough of Hillingdon. She takes care of children from 9.30am to 3.30pm. She has a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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 childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector paperwork to demonstrate her suitability. n The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection n The childminder shared her ideas and thoughts around her curriculum with the inspector. n The inspector observed interactions between the children and the childminder. n Parents' viewed were considered. n The childminder conducted a learning walk with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

14 July 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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14 July 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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