Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 December 2015 1 March 2011

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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 provides a welcoming and nurturing environment. She is sensitive to the individual needs of the children. Children settle well and build good relationships with the childminder and each other.  The childminder provides a good range of toys and activities to support children's play and learning. Children are motivated to learn and make good progress in their development.  The childminder works closely with parents and shares information about their children's progress with them. This helps parents to continue their children's learning and development at home.  Children learn about staying safe. The childminder teaches them about rules and boundaries, and they practise safety procedures, such as the emergency evacuation.  The childminder keeps her knowledge of early years up to date and is committed to developing her practice further. For example, she makes links with other childminders

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully considered how to promote young children's interest in books to promote their early literacy skills further.  Children do not always have access to activities and resources to develop their imagination and creativity 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

 strengthen children's interest in books to further extend their literacy development  provide further opportunities for children to explore a range of materials to promote their creativity and imagination.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children.  The inspector looked at the toys and resources available for children's play and learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at convenient times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn and develop. She evaluates her service securely. For example, she is developing her outdoor area to provide growing areas for children to learn about the natural world. The childminder seeks feedback from children and parents to help her identify strengths and areas to improve. This helps her to continue to provide a quality service for children and families. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder keeps up to date with local procedures. She knows who to contact if she has any concerns about children's welfare in order to safeguard them. The childminder is committed to working with other professionals to provide consistency of care and learning for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children develop confidence well. They make choices from the good range of toys and resources, and enjoy their play. For example, children build with different sized beakers, and throw and roll balls to develop their physical skills. The childminder understands how to join in with children's play to extend their learning and promote their language development. For example, she names objects while children look out of the window, and shows them how the toys work. Young children develop an awareness of mathematics. For example, they use toys that help them match shapes. The childminder observes children's achievements to identify their learning needs securely. She plans further activities to challenge children in their learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder knows the children well, including their individual backgrounds. She promotes children's well-being effectively. The childminder is a good role model, and teaches children to value and respect each other. For example, she talks to them about their family, and takes them to groups and activities in the local community. The childminder follows children's individual care routines and promotes healthy lifestyles effectively. For instance, children have regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise, and enjoy healthy snacks. The childminder helps children prepare for their next stage in learning. For example, she encourages them to independently manage their own hygiene and dress themselves.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and settled. They are active learners who have plenty of time and space to play. Children make consistent progress that is at least typical for their age.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY222490 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 842604 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 1 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Welling, Kent. The childminder is available to work each weekday from 7am to 6.30pm 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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