Nancy Cambridge

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24/09/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder develops strong links with parents, which ensures a consistent approach to children's well-being.  Children are happy and settled and have developed a close and trusting relationship with the childminder.  The childminder provides a wide range of interesting, enjoyable and stimulating activities that engage children, build on their interests and help them learn.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder misses opportunities to encourage children's early mathematical skills and number recognition because the range of numbers displayed on posters and labelling is limited.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are:  scheduled at least once in every inspection cycle – the current cycle ends on 31 July

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  scheduled at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector conducted a tour of the premises during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled records and documentation relating to all areas of the service.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and the children.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives with her husband and young child in New Eltham, Surrey located close to parks, schools and local transport links. The whole of the ground floor and one bedroom on the first floor of the childminder's home are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play. The family has a dog. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder currently has three children on roll, all of whom are in the early years age group.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 improve the display ofnumbers, for example on pictures, posters or labels,to help children to understand the purpose of numbers.

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who attend

The childminder uses her good knowledge of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage to provide a wide variety of motivating and interesting experiences and activities to meet the individual needs of the children. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how to promote the learning and development of young children. As a result the quality of her teaching is good. The childminder completes regular and precise assessments of children. She uses the information she gathers effectively to plan suitably challenging activities and children's next steps in learning.

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who attend

Children are making very good progress in their communication and language skills. They are beginning to learn and say new words. The childminder sings a number of action rhymes to the children. They respond by imitating the actions she makes and trying to sing some of the words.

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who attend

Children thoroughly enjoy listening to stories told by the childminder. She regularly uses props to help bring the story alive and promote children's interest in books. The childminder sings numbers songs with the children and uses number puzzles and books to help them learn number names. However, there are few pictures, posters or labels displayed for children to see a wide range of numbers in print to raise children's understanding of using numbers in purposeful contexts. The childminder provides good opportunities for children to express themselves through the use of different media for painting, drawing and arts and craft activities. For example, children enjoy potato and hand printing and experimenting with cornflour. The childminder encourages children's interest in sound and rhythm through providing different types of music to dance and listen to. Children move their heads from side to side as they listen to

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who attend

their favourite children's songs. They regularly go to music groups where they can learn new nursery rhymes, play instruments and explore new sounds. Children successfully acquire the skills they will need for their next stage in learning including school.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder provides a wide range of stimulating play materials and toys that are age appropriate for the children. Resources are very accessible to promote children's independence. As a result, children are confident in helping themselves to play materials and toys to develop their own play.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder works closely with parents to ensure children's routines with regards to sleep patterns and meal times match with their home life. This helps to ensure the childminder meets children's individual needs effectively. Children receive a great deal of warm responses and attention from the childminder, which helps build their self-esteem. Children settle very well and the childminder forms close and trusting relationships with them.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children are adopting healthy lifestyles as they learn the importance of washing their hands before meal times. Children are greatly encouraged by the childminder to make healthy choices about what they eat and drink. She introduces new foods so that children experience a range of different tastes. The childminder ensures that a wide variety of fresh vegetables and fruit are part of children's daily diet to help them understand how to eat healthily. Children are becoming independent as they feed themselves at meal times.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder provides a good range of physical activities that she plans well. This helps children make good progress in their physical development. The childminder's garden is well equipped. Children enjoy kicking footballs and throwing balloons up in the air and trying to catch them. They are learning how to use pedal cars as they push themselves backwards around the garden. Children regularly visit soft play areas where they can use trampolines, climb on different shapes and use various climbing frames. Children behave well and the childminder values their good behaviour. Children are encouraged by the childminder's consistent praise and awareness of their achievements.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children practise the childminder's emergency evacuation drill with her, which reinforces their awareness of how to keep themselves safe, and children are reminded to show care and consideration to others when playing.

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provision

The childminder has good safeguarding procedures in place to follow should she have concerns about a child in her care. She has completed relevant training to make sure she has up-to-date child protection knowledge. The childminder effectively organises her practice to meet all requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She maintains well documented records, policies and procedures that underpin the service she provides. She shares this information with parents to keep them informed.

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provision

The childminder has a good knowledge of each child's background and she makes sure every child is included. For example, she keeps thorough records of each child's individual needs and all aspects of their progress. The childminder carries out rigorous risk assessments throughout her home and on outings to ensure children's safety. Suitable safety equipment is in place to protect children from hazards.

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provision

The childminder is committed to maintaining continuous improvement. Since being registered she has attended training on observations and assessments to support her in monitoring children's progress. The childminder intends to go on further training to continue to enhance her child care knowledge. Positive partnerships are in place with parents. The childminder shares activity plans and information about the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage with parents. This keeps them informed about how she supports children's learning and development and how they can support their children's learning at home. The childminder keeps parents informed about their children through a daily exchange of both verbal and written information. Parents have given very positive feedback about the service the childminder provides. They say that they feel their children are happy and safe and cared for in a warm and calm environment.

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provision

Their children look forward to playing with the other children in the childminder's home. Parents are pleased that their children receive healthy meals and take part in a wide range of activities.

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provision

The childminder is committed to developing strong links with the school where her minded children have started to attend to maintain continuity in children's learning. She understands the value of working in partnership.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement action. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY460025 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 916782 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises, which are usually the childminder’s own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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