Childminder in Sutton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 July 2015 14 October 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 completes good assessments of children's progress and shares these with parents. Consequently, she develops effective plans to meet the individual learning needs of children. They all make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder skilfully encourages children's mathematical understanding. For example, while they played with three bears, she introduced words that described sizes, such as 'big', 'small' and 'tiny'.  The childminder takes effective action to minimise hazards to children. As a result, children are cared for in a safe and secure environment, which promotes their well- being.  The childminder reviews practice and has addressed all the recommendations made at the previous inspection. This has had a positive effect on children's well-being as she has improved her record keeping relating to health and safeguarding.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide opportunities for children who learn better outdoors to see print in the outside area to promote their early reading skills.  The childminder has not fully considered how to include children's home languages in the daily routines and activities. As a result, they have few opportunities to value their individual languages and use, see or hear them to promote their communication and language skills.

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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

 review the organisation of the outdoor environment to help children who learn better outside, to extend their early reading skills  strengthen ways for children to see, hear and use their home languages during activities, to value their individual languages and promote their communication and language skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had discussions with the childminder relating to her practice.  The inspector looked at areas of the premises used for childminding and sampled documentation.  The inspector observed the childminder's practice and the learning opportunities she provides for children.  The inspector and childminder jointly observed children at play.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress in their learning and the childminder makes assessments to ensure there are no development gaps. The activities and practical experiences that the childminder provides are exciting and challenging. For example, she uses the garden and outdoor environment to develop children's understanding of the wider world and nature. Children showed immense concentration as they used diggers in the garden to dig up soil. They develop good physical skills as they manoeuvre the vehicles to grasp the soil and unload its contents. The childminder promoted children's mathematical language as they played with different sized bowls. She introduced sizes and helped children understand volume and capacity. The quality of teaching is good and the childminder supports children well so they develop the necessary skills for the next stage in their learning or school.

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good

The childminder effectively supports children's emotional well-being. She regularly praises them for their achievements and encourages them to try new skills. This builds children's confidence and self-esteem. The childminder regularly practises evacuation procedures so children know what to do in an emergency. She also teaches them about road safety. As a result, children are developing a good understanding of keeping themselves safe. Children learn about healthy lifestyles because the childminder provides nutritious meals and snacks. They enjoy taking part in cooking activities. Children made healthy choices when they made pizzas and talked about healthy toppings. Children have good opportunities to develop their independence as they select resources. This motivates children to decide what they want to play. Children take part in regular trips to local groups where they mix with other children. They learn important social skills, such as taking turns and sharing.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She has a clear understanding of her role and responsibilities to safeguard children. She has completed safeguarding training and knows how to report any concern about a child in her care to protect their welfare. The childminder demonstrates that she is committed to improving the quality of her provision for children and parents. The childminder effectively monitors children's progress and evaluates her practice. She uses this information to identify any gaps in children's learning and to improve her practice. For example, she intends to create a vegetable patch and a healthy eating board to contribute to children's healthy lifestyles. The childminder regularly meets up with other childminders and the local development officer to keep up-to-date. She has effective partnerships with parents, which maintain a shared approach to children's learning at home and in the

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY387015 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 830041 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 October 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Worcester Park, in the London Borough of Sutton. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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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