Childminder in Essex

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 experienced and qualified childminder provides children with good-quality learning opportunities. She carefully considers the learning environment she provides for children, both indoors and outdoors. Children are inspired to play, learn and develop in the stimulating playroom and garden. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure she has all appropriate information regarding children's unique needs and development. This means she can offer a broad curriculum and plan a good range of activities that reflect children's interests and individual needs. This also includes a variety of well-planned outings that support them to learn about the world around them and other people beyond their immediate experiences.

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The provision is good

The nurturing childminder has high expectations for the children in her care, and they are at the centre of all the careful decisions that are made. The children are young and there is a strong focus on supporting their emotional and language development. The childminder puts great emphasis on settling children in her care as she is aware that happy children, who feel safe and secure, will learn well. Children have established close and trusting bonds with the childminder. For example, young children wake from their nap and are happy to see the childminder, who offers them cuddles and reassurance. She is a calm and positive role model and children receive lots of praise. Therefore, children's behaviour is good.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children's early mathematical skills well. She introduces mathematical language during all activities and encourages children to count and sort objects by shape and size as they play. n The childminder ensures that children continually develop their language and vocabulary. She understands fully how children develop their communication skills and how to support these. She introduces and repeats new words as they play. Children thoroughly enjoy spontaneous, interactive singing sessions. They listen to and follow instructions as they giggle and move around the playroom dancing. n Parents receive regular updates and information about their children's progress and next steps in learning. In addition, ideas are shared about how parents can support their children's learning further at home. n Parents speak highly of all aspects of the care and learning provided by the childminder, who is passionate about her role. They say the childminder provides

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a reassuring home-from-home environment. Many comment on how appreciative they are of her support, flexibility and 'listening ear'. They feel their children are settled and happy, and they make very good progress. n Children learn the importance of a healthy lifestyle through the daily routines in

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13 March 2025 place. For example, they sit comfortably as they enjoy bananas and grapes for snack. Skills to be independent learners are strongly supported, and children make good attempts, under close supervision, to help chop and peel fruit. Children are encouraged to have fresh air and exercise daily. They relish time outdoors in the garden. They learn the importance of washing hands before eating and are fully supported as they transition from nappies to using the toilet. n Young children show a keen interest to try new things. They show curiosity and excitement using a water wall in the garden. They persevere and make good attempts as they scoop water and watch it flow, and they delight in the praise they receive for their achievements. However, the childminder does not provide enough opportunities for younger children to express high levels of creativity and imagination through activities or resources that promote their exploration.

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need to do better?

n The dedicated and committed childminder endeavours to provide children with quality care. She continues to improve her already good knowledge and the service she provides through ongoing training opportunities. This is because she understands the positive impact this has on outcomes for children.

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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 extend opportunities for children to develop higher levels of imagination, exploration and creativity.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY541684 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10375826 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 7 Date of previous inspection 3 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Hockley, Essex. She operates all year round from 8am to 7pm, Tuesday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She provides government funded places for childcare and education for children aged between nine months and four years.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder explained her intentions for the children's development and how she plans and implements the educational programme. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection and took account of the views of parents by reading written testimonials. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documents. This included evidence about suitability and training.

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Inspection activities

13 March 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

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