Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 March 2015 11 December 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 Outstanding 1

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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 children benefit from the continued attention the childminder provides; they all enjoy each other's company and play well together.  The childminder provides a wide range of interesting resources as well as adult-led activities, helping children learn and develop at their own pace.  The childminder is highly skilled at using her in-depth knowledge of children's background and interests, to promote their ongoing well-being and welfare. The childminder gives excellent attention to promoting children's healthy lifestyles. They enjoy outdoor play and freshly-prepared, balanced foods.  The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3, and is very positive in her attitude towards attending additional training. This means she keeps updated in current practices and children benefit from this good quality childcare service.  The childminder constantly reviews her practices and is committed to improving in

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This provision is good

every area of her service to benefit children and their families.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not maximise all opportunities to encourage children to become more independent, for example, when preparing food at snack and meal times.

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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

 increase opportunities to promote children's independence further, for example, at snack and meal preparation times.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the children interacting with the childminder.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of age and stage appropriate, and accessible activities. Children use and explore toys made from natural resources, such as wood. The observation and assessment records clearly show that children are progressing well in all areas of learning. The childminder identifies any areas for further development and ensures she follows these up in her adaptable planning routines. Overall, the childminder promotes children's independence well in their choice of play choices. However, she does not fully involve children in preparation of snacks and meals to enhance further children's self-care and independence skills. The childminder spends all her time with the children, promoting their learning. She is skilled in helping children further develop their speech and provides new words to extend their vocabulary. Children are making good progress in their communication and language skills. The childminder ensures she spends time at the

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who attend. This is good

end of the day with parents, to exchange information about children's achievements.

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outstanding

The childminder's home is inviting, child friendly and secure. The childminder promotes children's confidence and self-esteem extremely well. She shows genuine interest in what they do and say. She creates individual 'treasure cases' for each child, so they can experience the excitement of exploring different resources. Children have plenty of space to play; this helps their physical development as well as their social skills as they learn to respect each other's space. They spend time quality time outdoors, either in the garden or at local parks. The childminder meets children's individual dietary needs and preferences, with tasty home-prepared snacks and meals. She gives children's well-being and welfare exceptionally good attention. The childminder makes sure she teaches children to share toys and take turns. This promotes their personal, social and emotional development very well and teaches them skills for their future learning.

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provision is good

The childminder regularly risk assesses her home and activities to check they are safe for children to use. The childminder shows a sound awareness of safeguarding procedures. This means she knows what to do if there is ever a concern about a child in her care. The childminder displays a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She monitors children's progress carefully to ensure they are progressing. The childminder continually evaluates her service for children and their families. This means she improves and makes changes where needed. For example, she has just introduced British values into the activities and service she provides. The childminder is dedicated to making sure she always provides safe, suitable care and learning opportunities for all children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316866 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 828067 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 December 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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