Childminder in Enfield

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 childminder provides a home-from-home environment for the children, supporting their all-round development. Children have access to a child-led curriculum. The childminder knows the children well and plans activities to nurture their love of learning. Children have developed a strong bond with the childminder. She provides reassurance and comfort when they need it, singing their favourite song, for example, and giving them a cuddle. Children settle quickly and happily engage in their play.

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The provision is good

Children learn new vocabulary to develop their communication and language skills. For example, when playing with trains, children's attention is drawn to the colour and size of the different trains. Children have access to a garden. This is thoughtfully designed to include slides, water play and a heavy duty plastic tray with dinosaurs. Children develop their imaginations through feeding the dinosaurs, using the scoops provided. Children learn about the world around them and how to take care of animals. The childminder has a dog and a hamster, which the children enjoy playing with and feeding.

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need to do better?

n The childminder organises resources in her home effectively, which enables children to make choices about their play and learning. Children engage in puzzles, and they stack blocks to support the development of their fine motor skills. The childminder and her assistant skilfully assist children in their learning by constantly being involved in their play. For example, when children stack toys, they offer praise and encouragement. n Children have access to dressing-up outfits, and they delight in dressing up as Spiderman for the day. The children develop their imaginations and creativity through a variety of activities. Children love these activities and constantly ask for help when dressing up. The childminder and her assistant enthusiastically support the children, enjoying being part of the role play. n The childminder and her assistant work as a strong team to ensure that their expectations of children's behaviour are consistent. Children are reminded to

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need to do better?

share and take turns. The childminder understands how to support very young children well and explains concepts in a way they will understand. Children are encouraged to help to tidy up when they have finished with a toy. n Parents are very happy with the care that their children receive. They feel that their children have thrived in their time with the childminder. She has built strong bonds with them through consistent communication. She shares photos and observations, and she ascertains children's starting points to give them a strong start. n The childminder completes mandatory training. She also completes courses to

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need to do better?

19 July 2023 support her professional practice in different areas. She has undertaken courses in supporting communication and language in the early years and uses this knowledge to support the planning of her curriculum. n Children go on local outings to be part of the community. She plans trips to the local library and park. Children enjoy these outings, as they interact with others and develop their social skills. n The childminder supports children to develop their fine motor skills. Children demonstrate a strong grip as their muscles develop and strengthen. The childminder provides them with paints and brushes to support early mark making. n The childminder supports children to make healthy choices. She provides healthy snacks, meals and fresh water. They sit with the childminder and her assistant, both of whom excellently model good manners, saying 'please', 'thank you' and 'excuse me'. This helps children to develop their social skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses mealtimes to support children to become independent, as they feed themselves using small bowls and cups. Children have a go at putting on their own socks and shoes when going outside. However, younger children could benefit from support to develop independence in their self-care routines by, for example, cleaning their own noses.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is aware of how to keep children in her care safe and how to report and record any concerns. Her assistant is also aware of her responsibilities to keep children safe. The childminder has a strong understanding of the signs and symptoms that might indicate that a child is at risk of abuse. She uses risk assessments effectively to help keep children safe from harm. The childminder minimises the risks to children by keeping her home safe and secure. The childminder has a good understanding of different safeguarding concerns, such as the risks of online abuse and grooming.

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should:

n support younger children to be independent in their self-care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY485022 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 10279941 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 6 Date of previous inspection 4 August 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Enfield Town, in the London Borough of Enfield. The childminder works with an assistant and provides year- round care from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. The childminder has an appropriate 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector. n The childminder spoke to the childminder's assistant at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

19 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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Inspection activities

19 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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