Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 July 2015 25 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 and her assistants have a good knowledge of safeguarding. They are familiar with the local authority safeguarding reporting procedures and know how to report any concerns about a child's welfare. This supports children's welfare.  The quality of teaching is good because the childminder and her assistants effectively meet the individual learning needs of children.  Children make good progress because the childminder effectively observes, assesses and plans for children's development. This supports children to move effectively towards the next stage in their learning.  The childminder carefully plans routines and gives children clear expectations. This helps children to behave well, work together and develop a secure understanding of how to manage their behaviour.  The childminder and her assistants are very caring, warm and friendly towards children. This boosts children's confidence and gives them a strong sense of belonging.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times children do not enjoy reading times because the childminder does not ensure that all children can see and follow the story. This does not strengthen their enjoyment and participation.  The childminder and her assistants sometimes miss opportunities to promote children's independence and physical skills further. For example, they do not consistently encourage children to serve themselves at mealtimes.

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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

 promote children's independence and physical skills by encouraging them to consistently use utensils to serve their own food at snack and mealtimes  organise group reading times by ensuring that all children can see and follow the story to strengthen their enjoyment and learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the parts of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and her assistants about safeguarding children and early years education and care.  The inspector observed the childminder and her assistants working with the children.  The inspector spoke to one parent on the phone about her role within the setting and her view of the provider.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder and reviewed key documentation including policies and training certificates.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder creates a warm, colourful and well-resourced environment that enables children to be motivated as they play. For example, children really enjoy playing in the outdoor sand pit. They use various tools to dig and create, exercising their small muscle skills. The childminder gently encourages children that are not used to messy play activities to have a go. They enjoy making patterns on paper using string and paint and she gives children the opportunity to wash their hands if they do not wish to carry on. This means that the childminder and her assistants give close attention to each child's learning needs and experiences. The childminder develops good partnerships with parents and encourages them to contribute to their children's learning. The childminder exchanges observations of children's development with parents. This shows an improvement on previous recommendations. The childminder enables children to be ready for school. For

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who attend. This is good

example, she ensures that children can begin to recognise letters, which helps to improve children's literacy skills.

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good

Children have secure bonds with the childminder and her assistants because there is an established key-person system. This gives children confidence and meets their care and learning needs. Daily risk assessments ensure that the environment is free from hazards and keeps children safe. Children enjoy nutritious meals that encourage good health and physical development. The childminder keeps accurate medical and treatment records, which helps to keep children safe and supports their welfare. The childminder stores toys and resources at child height, which enables children to take the lead and follow their own play experiences.

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provision is good

The childminder keeps up-to-date with early years policy and practice. She has a relevant level 3 early years qualification and she attends various training courses. For example, she has attended training on working with two-year-olds, which has enabled her to give more opportunities for younger children to develop their communication skills. She gives regular support and supervision to her assistants in order to strengthen the effectiveness of her provision. The childminder also works in close partnership with local schools to promote children's learning and development. The childminder is committed to evaluating her provision and driving quality improvements that make a real difference to children's care and learning outcomes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY335863 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 987802 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She cares for children from domestic premises in West Thamesmead, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The childminder operates all year round. The childminder has a level 3 early years qualification. The childminder works with assistants.

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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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