Childminder in Tower Hamlets

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 warm and trusting relationships with the childminder, who is attentive and caring. They are well-supported and enjoy a wide range of challenging activities that excite and interest them. They are confident and freely access the toys they wish to play with. The childminder's planning focuses on developing the key skills necessary for children to succeed in their learning. She demonstrates a good understanding of child development and devises a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses all areas of learning. Children's early communication skills are well supported by the childminder. She consistently engages with the children, describing what is happening during their play and care routines, which helps them learn new words and phrases and associate them with actions.

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The provision is good

The childminder is a good role model and consistently uses praise and encouragement. Children eagerly listen to the childminder, behave well, and learn to consider the needs of others. They are highly motivated in learning and become absorbed in their play. For example, children enjoy role playing shops and act out shop keeper and customer and use play money to buy and sell food. In the garden, the childminder provider children with plenty of reassurance, for instance when they climb on a climbing frame. Children call out the childminder's name and show pride in their achievements when they reach the top.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children in her care exceptionally well and can talk accurately about their capabilities. She carries out observations and assessments to identify and support children's individual needs. She has a clear understanding of how to plan an effective and challenging early years curriculum. For instance, children develop and enhance their hand-eye coordination by using large paintbrushes and pots of bright liquid paint to decorate the garden shed. n The childminder encourages children to develop a positive understanding of healthy lifestyles. For instance, she gives them ample opportunities for exercise and educates them on the importance of keeping their teeth clean. She also uses familiar stories about a hungry caterpillar, to discuss healthy food choices and enhance their knowledge of eating well. This helps to build their confidence and allows them to develop skills that prepare them for future learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a kind and calm approach towards the children, which effectively supports their emotional well-being. She encourages children to focus, persevere, and explore activities they are interested in. However, at times, the childminder does too much for the children, which can hinder their independence skills. For instance, she does not consistently encourage children

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27 June 2024 to help tidy up before starting a new activity or to manage their own simple personal needs, such as using a tissue to wipe their nose. n The childminder maintains good communication with parents and she actively encourages them to share their views. She keeps parents updated through regular discussions, progress summaries, and photographs of their children playing to celebrate their achievements. This helps parents to support their children's learning at home. Parents' written testimonials demonstrate that they are very happy with the service the childminder provides. n The childminder consistently evaluates her practice and identifies areas for improvement to enhance good outcomes for children. For instance, since the last inspection, she has developed her garden significantly to create sensory and physical areas that facilitate children's exploration of the world around them. Children have lots of fun arranging small-world sea creatures and exploring with

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sand, soil, and water. All children, including those in receipt of additional funding make good progress from their starting points in development. n The childminder stays updated with current childcare knowledge and maintains her professional development. For instance, she regularly meets other professionals to gather information in order to uphold good-quality childcare. However, the childminder has not yet established links with other childminders who also care for the same children in order to share information and support the children's ongoing learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n provide further opportunities to extend children's independence to the highest level n develop partnerships and exchange important information with other providers who share the care of the children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539097 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 10351443 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 3 Date of previous inspection 7 September 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Bow in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The childminder operates throughout the year, Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm.

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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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their EYFS curriculum. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

27 June 2024 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

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