Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 June 2015 17 November 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 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 provides a wide range of activities and resources. Therefore, children play and learn in a stimulating and interesting environment.  Children enjoy the variety of games and activities which help support their learning about colours, shapes, numbers and letters.  The childminder encourages children to try new things such as activities and food. This helps them explore and develop new skills and tastes.  The childminder interacts well with the children. She supervises them all of the time and is always there to help and guide them in their learning and play.  The childminder displays a good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She is aware of her safeguarding role and responsibility to protect children's welfare.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently encourage parents to regularly share information about what their children do at home. This means she does not always gain a full picture of children's achievements to help further inform her planning of activities.  The childminder does not practise the emergency evacuation procedure on a regular basis to promote children's further learning about keeping themselves safe.

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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

 build on the already good partnerships with parents to encourage them to regularly share information about their children's achievements at home to further support continuity in their learning  review how children develop their understanding of safety practices such as the evacuation procedure to further support their understanding of how to keep themselves safe.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's play and activities available indoors and outside.  The inspector sampled a selection of paperwork, including children's progress records.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about her provision.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder uses her experience and knowledge of the children to make sure she provides activities which they like and that match their interests; for example, favourite books, rhymes and sand play. The childminder stores her toys and resources in a child- friendly way, so that even very young children can choose them easily. Children play indoors and outside as they want to; as a result, they extend their learning by exploring the outdoor area freely. The childminder skilfully guides children in their speaking and listening skills. She reads to the children and books are readily available for them to look at on their own. Children learn how to share and take turns in different ways. For example, they enjoyed playing a game which developed their coordination as well as their social skills. Children show an eagerness to learn; for example, they fully engaged and concentrated when playing board games. This means they develop essential skills for the

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who attend. This is good

next stage in their lives due to the childminder's good quality teaching.

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good

Children settle in quickly and feel valued by the childminder. She shows a genuine interest in what they say and do. This means children develop their confidence and self-esteem well. The childminder organises her space effectively so children have plenty of room to play. This supports babies to develop their large physical skills such as crawling and learning to walk. The childminder visits local parks with the children which promotes their physical well-being. She provides healthy, balanced and nutritious meals and snacks. This helps children understand the benefits of healthy living. The childminder encourages children to respect others and to play well together. Children develop their independence skills as the childminder encourages children to do things for themselves and to help tidy up. These measures prepare children well for the move to nursery or school.

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provision is good

The childminder shows a positive commitment in continuing to build on the good partnerships she has with parents and other professionals. She evaluates her provision well and gains parents' feedback about her service. She looks at what needs to change or improve. For example, she took steps to improve her observation, assessment and planning through attending a training workshop. The childminder regularly risk assesses to ensure her home and other environments children use are safe and secure. The childminder monitors children's progress through her observations of their progress. This helps her to identify any gaps in their achievements to ensure they continue to make good progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY231163 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 846976 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 17 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Catford, in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder works all day from Monday to Friday for most of the year.

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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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