Childminder in Southwark

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 March 2015 4 November 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 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

 The childminder effectively uses observations to monitor children's development and assessment to track their progress. This helps her to consistently identify and close gaps in children's learning and development.  The childminder forms secure attachments with children. This promotes their emotional well-being and prepares them for their next stage of development, such as moving to nursery or school.  The childminder understands her responsibility to protect and safeguard children. She provides them with safe and stimulating environment. She regularly completes risks assessments to ensure her home is free from hazards.  The childminder shares information regularly with parents about children's development. As a result, there is effective continuity and parental involvement, which supports children's learning at home.  The childminder monitors her practice. She recognises her strengths and accurately

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to discuss healthy eating with children to help them to learn how to keep healthy.

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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

 maximise opportunities to help children learn about healthy lifestyles by discussing what they are eating and the effect it has on their good health.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed general play, and the snack time and lunch time routine.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including first-aid and safeguarding certificates.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder in relation to observations of children's learning and progress.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and plans activities that support children in their learning and as they prepare for school. For example, older children learn to identify colours through everyday objects, such as choosing their own colour plates during snack time. The childminder records children's interest and uses this to plan suitable activities to meet their needs. For example, taking the children to the local supermarket to explore different types of fruits. As a result, she effectively engages children so they are eager to join in with the activities. The childminder completes progress checks for children aged two and shares this information with parents. She informs parents about what the children have been learning and how they are progressing. Parents are actively involved in their child's learning. This supports children's continuity of learning at home, which helps to improve the outcomes for

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good

The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment. Resources are stored at a low level and are accessible for children. A gradual and effective settling-in procedure is used and the childminder takes time to get to know the parents and children well. The childminder promotes children's independence well because she provides opportunities for them to make choices. However, she does not effectively engage children in discussions about healthy eating. Children understand boundaries because the childminder speaks to them on their level and consistently explains what behaviours are acceptable. She regularly takes children on outings and uses these opportunities to talk about road safety. Therefore, children are developing positive attitudes and behaviours towards safety rules.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities to meet the safeguarding and welfare, and the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has a good knowledge of safeguarding and is confident with the measures to take should she have any concerns about children in her care. She has attended training and has a safeguarding policy, which she shares with parents. She understands the importance of working with parents and other professionals. This ensures the childminder is able to intervene promptly to provide additional support if necessary. As a result, the childminder effectively meets children's individual needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY392185 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 997845 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 4 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Peckham 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

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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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