Childminder in Hackney

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 comfortable in the childminder's warm and welcoming home. They arrive enthusiastically in the morning and are eager to begin their day with the childminder. She provides plenty of opportunities for children to explore and learn through well-planned play and activities. Children are settled and relaxed in their surroundings and receive plenty of support and encouragement from the childminder.

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The provision is good

The childminder knows the children well because they are interested and curious about the activities that are provided. She provides plenty of space and time for children to gain as much as possible from each activity. For example, children settle excitedly to listen to the story, 'Handa's surprise'. The childminder provides fresh fruit as props for the story. Children enjoy smelling the different fruits and feeling the texture of the spiky pineapple and the smooth mango. They match the fruits to the illustrations and learn new words and sentences. The childminder has high expectations for the children.

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The provision is good

The childminder takes children routinely on outings. Children gain opportunities to mix with other children and enjoy new and inspiring experiences, for example, at the farm, the theatre and the child-centred groups. Children are confident, sociable and able to contribute to conversation while building their natural curiosity to learn.

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n Children forge a strong attachment with the childminder. She understands the importance of supporting children's emotional development and well-being. The childminder values the parents' expertise about their children. She gathers from and shares information with parents to best support the child to develop and learn. The childminder keeps the parents informed throughout the day and makes sure she gives a thorough handover at the end of the day. n Children are surrounded by an environment that is rich with words, rhymes and songs. The childminder talks to children throughout the day, so they can hear the sounds and patterns of words and sentences. She allows space for children to join in, repeat words and take the lead in their play. For example, the childminder asks children whether the small doll will fit on the tricycle. n The childminder is a highly positive role model who speaks to the children with

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courtesy and genuine interest. Children learn when to show kindness to others and are encouraged to say 'please' and 'thank you'. For example, very young children say 'thank you' when they are given a snack and a drink. n The childminder has strong links with the local nursery, school and children centres. She understands the importance of supporting children to be ready for their next stage of learning. Children's skills and abilities are promptly identified

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19 October 2023 by the childminder so that she can build on what they already know. n Children have plenty of opportunities to develop physically, both indoors and outdoors. For example, very young children squeal with pleasure as they complete a forward roll on the soft floor mat, stand up from sitting position and learn to negotiate the stairs. n Parents speak highly of the childminder. They feel confident that their child is having a positive experience. They report on their children's progress and achievements since joining the childminder. Parents feel well informed about what their child is learning. They appreciate the range of learning experiences that the childminder provides for their child. n The childminder adapts the pace of the day to accommodate how the children are feeling. She offers children a drink and a snack, so they can rest and gather energy. She works together with parents to ensure that snacks and packed

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lunches are healthy and nutritious. n Children share their experiences and culture and learn to value each other's differences. The childminder encourages the children to learn from the community around them and each other. For example, children attend community creative sessions where they learn about Diwali and make Diwali lights. n The childminder understands the importance of attending regular training. However, she must ensure that information is fully applied to enhance her practise to an even higher level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her safeguarding responsibilities. She knows what to do if she has any concerns about a child's welfare and acknowledges the importance of taking prompt action to help protect children. The childminder attends regular training to ensure that she remains up to date with safeguarding requirements and any changes in legislation. She supervises children very well and ensures that her home is safe and risk free. For example, the childminder carries out regular risk assessments, which help her to identify and remove possible hazards to keep children safe. She has all the required documentation and records in place.

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should:

n ensure that information gathered through training and research is applied effectively to enhance practice to an even higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494155 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10308524 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 3 Date of previous inspection 29 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in the London Borough of Hackney. She operates for most of the year, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. Inspectors discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and have taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for the curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable.

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Inspection activities

19 October 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 October 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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