Childminder in Southwark

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 June 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 quality of teaching is good. The childminder provides all children with a variety of interesting and age-appropriate experiences.  Children make independent decisions in their play, which allow them to develop their interests and remain focused as they learn.  The childminder knows children well. She follows their individual routines to ensure her practice is consistent with parents' wishes. As a result, children settle well and build positive relationships with the childminder, which support their confidence.  Children's learning is progressing very well. The childminder shares their achievements with parents. She develops good partnerships with both parents and other settings that children attend. This supports consistency in children's learning.  Parents express how happy they are with the care provided and enjoy the daily updates they receive about their children.  The childminder understands the safeguarding and welfare requirements well. She is

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This provision is good

aware of her responsibility to record and report on any child protection concerns. The childminder has effective emergency evacuation plans to cover all situations.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are few opportunities for children to explore and investigate a wide range of electronic and technology resources, to help them extend their learning.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to develop their understanding of how different objects and equipment work and enhance their awareness of technology.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's play and interactions with the childminder, and discussed children's development and progress with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training, including her self-evaluation and improvement plan.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies relating to children's safety and well-being, other documentation and observed areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector took into account of the views of parents from their written comments and those spoken to on the day.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She provides a well-resourced environment which promotes children's learning effectively. Children develop their imagination and creativity very well. They make links to the real world, using modelling dough to make ice cream. The children explained it looks 'different when it is from the ice cream van'. Children learn about colours and changes, and develop their finger muscles as they mix the dough together. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills very well. She speaks in their home language and in English, which encourages the children's confidence. The childminder supports children's thinking and problem-solving skills effectively. She asks skilful questions that allow them to think and clearly express their ideas. The childminder promotes children's understanding of early mathematics effectively. For example, they

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who attend. This is good

learn that having three ice creams means they need one more to make four. The childminder completes regular observations and assessments of children's development and effectively identifies their next steps. This helps to ensure the childminder provides children with appropriate experiences to support their continued good progress in learning.

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good

Children are cared for in a warm, safe and welcoming environment, where the childminder promotes children's emotional well-being effectively. Children behave well as they receive clear explanations about the rules and boundaries of the home. This supports children's good behaviour. She takes children out daily to local parks, where they learn to play with other children and promote their physical well-being. These activities help children to gain the essential skills needed as they move on to nursery or school. Children learn to keep safe, for example, as the childminder explains the need to sit while they eat their apples. The childminder provides children with balanced, nutritious meals. Children learn simple health and hygiene practices, such as washing their hands. This teaches children about healthy lifestyles.

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provision is good

The childminder uses risk assessments effectively to minimise hazards within the premises and on outings. She maintains clear and detailed records for individual children to ensure she meets their care needs. The childminder regularly evaluates her practice and includes the views of parents and children. This resulted in her attending further training which has strengthened her knowledge in childcare. The childminder regularly monitors children's progress to meet their needs and develop her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY437688 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 885766 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 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

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Rotherhithe, in the London Borough of Southwark. She has a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6.30pm on Monday to Friday, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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