Couper, Samantha Catherine

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 October 2015 14 January 2010

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a good knowledge of how to keep children safe. She undertakes safeguarding training and updates her procedures to ensure she and her assistant are equipped with accurate information to keep children safe.  The childminder provides an attractive environment that is well resourced with toys and activities that motivate children to explore. She allows them to take the lead, enabling them to investigate independently while giving them appropriate support.  The childminder sets clear boundaries, models good manners and shows the children respect. This helps children to learn to value others and develop a positive attitude and good behaviour.  The childminder uses self-evaluation to identify her strengths and areas for future development. This shows a good commitment to continuous improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not always completely engaged in the activities the childminder plans because these are occasionally too challenging for them.  The childminder does not always encourage parents to regularly share information about their children's learning at home to strengthen planning further.

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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 planning of activities to ensure children are not overly challenged  strengthen opportunities for parents to share what their children achieve at home to maximise children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching and the impact this had on children's learning during freely chosen play and planned activities.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and her assistant as well as the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector and the childminder jointly observed an activity.  The inspector viewed the children's records, planning documentation and a range of policies.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from comments in children's files and from conversations with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder skilfully uses the learning requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage to help children learn and progress. Safeguarding is effective. Policies and procedures underpin her good practice and keep children safe and support their well- being. The childminder completes checks on her assistant and visiting adults to safeguard children. She makes her home secure and she teaches children safety awareness through activities both inside and when they go on outings. The childminder reviews her practice and attends relevant training. As a result, she updates her knowledge and skills. She also shares good practice ideas with her assistant and supervises her practice effectively. This has a positive impact on the quality of her provision for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observations of children to plan a broad range of activities that help children to build on their next steps in learning. Assessment is regular and accurate, which helps her to identify their next steps. The childminder's good interactions during play support children's communication and language. Toddlers are learning how to share toys and enjoy the independence of making choices. The childminder recognises that some children learn best outdoors. For example, she meets their needs through good use of her garden and allotment to promote all areas of learning. Parents are positive in their praise for the childminder. For instance, they enjoy the daily feedback and reading assessments of their children's activities. This promotes the effectiveness of the partnership with parents to support children's overall good progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant form strong attachments with the children. They show they are content, happy and secure in a play environment that the childminder plans well and meets children's needs. For example, babies thrive in their routines, which the childminder rigorously observes, enabling them to enjoy active play as well as adequate rest times. Toddlers are learning to feed themselves, which supports their growing independence. The childminder promotes good hygiene practices from an early age and teaches children the importance of keeping themselves safe and healthy. The childminder sensitively intervenes to moderate children's disagreements and gives them praise for their good behaviour. This helps children to understand the needs of others and play together in a group.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder has good partnerships with other settings, including schools, to share information on children's learning. This helps to ensure children are well prepared for their next stage in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY337674 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 834866 Type of provision Childminder Day care type 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 14 January 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder operates her service each weekday Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm throughout the year, apart from bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant and holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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

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Telephone number

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