Childminder in Southwark

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 February 2015 23 September 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Children learn quickly because they have many interesting activities and outings, which the childminder organises to provide them with a stimulating environment and consistent challenge.  The childminder builds on what children know through discussion, which supports good progress in their communication and language skills.  The childminder safeguards and protects children through rigorous supervision and observance of the safeguarding procedures.  The childminder builds effective partnerships with parents and other providers to support children's individual care and promote continuity in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always ensure that children follow and understand appropriate hygiene routines.  The childminder does not always use her garden effectively to support children's understanding of the world of nature.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 improve teaching of children's health awareness by consistently encouraging them to follow good hygiene practices in their daily routines  extend opportunities for children to explore the natural world in their garden play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interaction between the childminder and children during play.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at documents relating to the Early Years Foundation Stage, including children's assessment records and evidence of suitability of the childminder and adults in the household.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector considered the written comments and views from parents.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of toys and learning experiences that children find interesting and which challenge their abilities. Consequently, children are very active participants in their play, which supports their learning. The childminder teaches children the differences between tigers and lions and they learn to recognise the patterns in stripes. This supports children's understanding and language development. Children develop good physical skills, jumping and balancing in the ball pond, as well as constructing small toys. Children have regular outings to broaden their social skills. The childminder completes monthly reviews based on her effective observations of children's play. She uses her assessments of children to provide a clear measure of their progress and to plan for their next steps. This also helps her to prepare them for the next stage in their learning. The childminder works closely with parents and gives them plenty of

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who attend. This is good

information about their children's experiences while in her care. This enables parents to continue their children's learning at home.

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good

The childminder knows the children well and is caring and sensitive to their needs. She welcomes children with a hug and offers them a home-from-home learning experience. Consequently, children settle quickly and feel safe. Feedback from parents is very positive; they say they are grateful for the childminder's reliability and professionalism and they know their children are safe. The childminder recognises children's achievements and gives them praise, which supports their self-esteem and eagerness to behave well. They are extremely polite and willingly help to tidy up after using toys. The childminder makes health and safety checks of her home to keep hazards to a minimum. Children play in a clean environment, which supports their health. They learn about making healthy choices as they eat nutritious meals and snacks.

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provision is good

The childminder has made significant progress since her last inspection. She has reviewed her practice and rigorously followed a plan for improvement. The childminder is confident in her procedures to safeguard children. She has revised her knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She attended training in observation, assessment and planning, which has enabled her to track children's progress more effectively. This enables her to tailor planning to help children make good progress. The childminder now keeps all relevant documents to meet the legal requirements, which supports children's safety and well-being.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 107259 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 992622 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 23 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives with her husband in Nunhead, in the London Borough of Southwark.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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