Childminder in Harrow

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 develop strong and affectionate bonds with the childminder and her assistants, who are caring and attentive to their needs. This helps children to feel safe and secure. They are happy in their play and confident to engage in the many stimulating learning experiences. Children thoroughly enjoy their time in the setting and show positive attitudes to learning. For instance, children focus intently on their creative artwork. They show care and attention to detail as they select the colours they wish to use and carefully colour within the lines. Children show satisfaction in their achievements and are pleased to share them with others.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistants have high expectations for all children and take pride in helping them reach their full potential. For instance, the childminder makes sure that children practise their language skills often, such as when listening to stories and singing songs. Therefore, they become confident and effective communicators. The daily routines are well planned, to meet children's care needs and to promote their learning and development. For example, children learn to put on their shoes before outdoor play and to serve their food at mealtimes. They develop their independence and acquire a broad range of skills in readiness for starting school.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She observes children often and monitors their progress carefully, to identify where they may need some extra help with their learning. The childminder ensures that she discusses children's development with their parents and her assistants. Therefore, there is a shared approach to supporting children's learning. n The childminder and her assistants are good role models for children, with their consistently calm and kind approach. They use positive praise and gentle reminders to help children understand the rules and boundaries in the setting. Therefore, children of all ages demonstrate very good social skills as they play happily together. n Children have a wide range of interesting experiences in the childminder's setting, which successfully spark their curiosity about the world around them. For example, they learn about growth and change, as they hatch chicks and

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observe caterpillars develop into butterflies. However, the childminder could enhance children's understanding of the world further. For example, by introducing more opportunities for them to use technology and to find out about their local community. n The childminder helps children to develop their ideas and interests during play, which extends their learning well. For instance, as children build with

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26 July 2023 construction sets, the childminder encourages them to think about how shapes fit together and what they might represent. She supports children to count and make comparisons. This helps them to develop a secure understanding of mathematics. n Children enjoy being active and eat a healthy and balanced diet at the childminder's setting. The childminder successfully promotes children's interest in healthy eating. For instance, children grow and harvest vegetables in the childminder's garden and help her to cook their healthy meals. Older children show an excellent understanding of their physical needs. For example, they explain that sunlight helps their bodies to create vitamin D, which strengthens their bones. n The childminder values the children's unique backgrounds and experiences. She ensures that these are reflected in her resources and the activities that she provides. This adds to children's sense of belonging and helps them to

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understand their similarities and differences. The childminder also teaches children about other people and communities. For example, she organised an 'international day' for parents and children, where they sampled foods from all around the world. n Parents speak highly of the childminder and her assistants and comment on the warm and loving environment that they provide for children. They appreciate the varied experiences that the childminder provides, to spark their children's interest in learning. Parents state that the childminder works with them to support their children along every milestone. Therefore, children make rapid progress, particularly with their physical and language development. n The childminder's assistants describe the provision as 'a family'. They say that they are well supported both personally and professionally by the childminder. This includes regular meetings and opportunities for professional development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder ensures that she and her assistants are well trained to carry out their safeguarding roles. They know about the signs of abuse and other risks to children's welfare. The childminder understands what to do if there is an allegation made about herself, an assistant or a household member. She knows the relevant agencies she must refer to with any safeguarding concerns. The childminder ensures that robust checks are carried out on her assistants, to help ensure that they are suitable. She uses risk assessments effectively, to maintain a safe environment for children.

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should:

26 July 2023 n develop further the curriculum for understanding of the world, to help broaden children's knowledge and experience of technology and their local community.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490131 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 10301099 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 18 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 9 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Harrow, in the London Borough of Harrow. The childminder offers her service from 8am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Friday, throughout most of the year. The childminder offers funded early years education for children aged two, three and four years. She employs four assistants, two of whom have early years qualifications at level 3 or 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 provider and has taken that into account in the evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas used for childcare, she explained her intentions for children's learning and the curriculum she provides. n The inspector observed the quality of the education provided and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. This includes a joint observation with the childminder of her assistant's practice. n The childminder's assistants and the children shared their views and experiences of the provision with the inspector. Parents also provided written feedback about the childminder's service. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder and viewed a sample of her documents, to help check her understanding of the registration requirements.

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Inspection activities

26 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

26 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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