Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2015 20 November 2008

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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 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 enjoy a good choice and range of resources and play activities which are available both indoors and outside.  The childminder asks children challenging questions; she interacts well with the children. This supports their communication and language development well.  The childminder works well with parents. They contribute information about their children's achievements at home. This helps supports children's learning and development.  The childminder completes regular and evaluative observations of the children. She uses these to gain a good understanding of children's next steps in their learning and to plan related activities. Therefore, children make good progress and are ready for their move to school.  Children's behaviour is good. They listen and follow simple instructions to help keep them safe.  The childminder provides interesting opportunities where children can learn about how

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This provision is good

animals live and grow, and the cycle of life.  The childminder knows how children learn and develop. She displays a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are few opportunities for children to learn further about the importance of healthy eating, such as knowing more about which foods promote their health and well-being.

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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 the opportunities for children to learn about the benefits of healthy eating and extend their learning through planting and growing their own fruit and vegetables.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder.  The inspector observed children's play and activities indoors and outdoors.  The inspector sampled a selection of documents including children's progress records, and policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder supervises children well inside and in the garden. This means children receive support when they want or need it. The outdoor environment provides a stimulating and exciting place for children to learn and play, and promotes their physical development well. The childminder is skilful in using different activities to teach children new words, which promotes their speaking and listening skills. Children can choose where they play and what with, enabling them to create their own learning experiences. For example, children choose where to play with small world figures and role play resources. Children use their imaginations well as they copy everyday scenarios, such as preparing and feeding baby dolls their dinner. Children learn to sit and listen when they want a story read. Children make good progress in their learning and development. They develop skills and knowledge that help to prepare them for their future learning and starting school.

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good

Children settle at the childminder's well and quickly bond with her. This helps them feel safe and secure. The childminder promotes children's self-care skills effectively, such as teaching them to put on their own coats and shoes and washing their hands at appropriate times. Children learn about safety when they travel in the car. They know to keep their belts on even when they have stopped. The childminder teaches children about sharing and taking turns in their play. As a result, children learn how to manage their feelings and they behave very well.

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provision is good

The childminder has attended training to improve and update her understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. This means she knows what action to take if she has any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder uses self- evaluation to monitor her practice and the educational programmes. She attends training and uses the internet and various childcare-related websites. This keeps her updated with current practices and changes. For example, attending training to help her support children's speech development. Parents are very happy with the progress their children are making with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY283497 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 833606 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 November 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Erith, Kent. The childminder works most of the year on every weekday.

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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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