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 flourish under the care of the kind and approachable childminder. She plans a wealth of play opportunities that encourage children to be curious learners. Overall, the childminder designs a well-structured curriculum based on her understanding of child development. She builds upon children's existing knowledge and takes the time to revisit their previous learning. For instance, when lorries pass by the house, she asks effective questions to encourage children to discuss and recall the sounds and vehicles they encounter during their walks. The childminder expands children's conversations and models language.

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The provision is good

The childminder is a positive role model. She demonstrates effective skills when managing children's behaviour, while reinforcing high expectations by gently reminding children of the rules in her setting. The childminder helps children to learn to manage their emotions. As a result, children develop emotional awareness and self-regulation. Most children play well together, sharing and taking turns. For those still working on these skills, the childminder is always ready to offer guidance and support, ensuring that they make steady progress. This approach fosters a nurturing environment, where children grow in confidence. Children develop essential social skills and enhance their ability to engage positively with others.

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need to do better?

n The childminder invests time in getting to know each child individually. She uses her observations and assessments to ensure that children make meaningful progress. By thoughtfully considering children's interests, the childminder plans engaging and stimulating activities that capture their curiosity and promote development. This supports children to achieve positive outcomes from their starting points in development. n Parents and carers are highly satisfied with the childminder's nurturing and professional approach. They comment on the safe and stimulating environment, where children thrive. Parents particularly value the childminder's promotion of healthy eating with children practising these habits at home, such as requesting nutritious meals. The strong partnership between the childminder and parents enhances children's development and well-being, ensuring consistent support at home and in the childminder's care.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children's early literacy development effectively, sparking excitement as they explore books. She ensures that books are readily available to help children to navigate transitions, such as the arrival of a new sibling, offering valuable emotional support. This thoughtful approach fosters children's love of reading and helps them to manage change with confidence and understanding. n The childminder has a strong understanding of effective teaching methods, such

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need to do better?

18 February 2025 as helping children to learn about road safety through small-world activities. However, she does not integrate mathematics as deeply into daily activities as other areas of learning. This means that children do not consistently practise key concepts, such as counting. n Children who speak English as an additional language receive strong support from the childminder. She uses key words and phrases from children's home languages to help them understand questions. This approach significantly boosts children's confidence and ability to engage, fostering better communication and a smoother transition to learning English. n The childminder is dedicated to continuously improving her practice. She regularly evaluates the provision and seeks additional training to expand her knowledge. This commitment enhances the childminder's skills and directly benefits the children in her care. n The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their

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independence, such as peeling their own fruit at snack time and assisting with tidying up. This approach fosters children's self-reliance but also helps build their confidence and essential life skills. This helps children to be well prepared for the next stage of their learning journey. n The childminder supports children's physical development. She provides outdoor activities that enhance children's gross motor skills, such as balance, coordination and movement control. Children practise these skills through obstacle courses, throwing and catching balls and safely navigating space. This helps to build their confidence and physical agility. n The garden is skilfully used by the childminder to encourage opportunities to explore the natural world. She promotes discussion about the weather and plants, fostering children's curiosity. These learning experiences enhance children's communication, observation and understanding of the natural world

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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 strengthen the curriculum for mathematics so that children have time to practise a range of mathematical concepts.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540257 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10376066 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 5 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 15 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the London Borough of Hackney. She operates during term time, from 9am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

18 February 2025 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

18 February 2025 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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