Childminder in Wandsworth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 February 2016 10 October 2008

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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 understanding of how children develop and learn. She interacts well and provides activities that engage children in their play. Children make steady progress and are well-prepared for their future learning.  The childminder has a positive relationship with parents. The detailed two-way flow of information promotes a highly consistent approach and helps the childminder settle children quickly.  The childminder drives continuous improvement in her practices. For example, since her last inspection, she completed an early years qualification, which increased her knowledge of child development.  Children are enthusiastic learners and the childminder provides a good variety of resources that promote their learning.  Children show kindness and consideration to others and the childminder encourages good behaviour.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide children with the best learning experiences to extend their understanding of technology.  Occasionally, the childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to strengthen children's independence.

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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

 provide further learning experiences for children to develop their understanding and awareness of technology  make the most of all opportunities to develop children's independence.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in both the indoor and outside play areas.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder to evaluate the quality of teaching.  The inspector talked to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of documentation.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder provides children with a good range of positive learning experiences, both indoors and outside. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children's welfare. She carefully checks for potential hazards in the home and on outings, to minimise risks for children effectively. The childminder continues to seek for innovative ways to teach children. For example, she has a particular interest in the creative arts and encourages children's learning through singing, dancing and listening to music. The childminder attends regular training to ensure she keeps up to date with current ideas and guidance.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children's learning is skilfully supported by the childminder. She obtains information regarding children's starting points from parents and uses her observations of children's learning to plan for their next developmental steps. The childminder quickly identifies any gaps in their development to promote their ongoing progress. She keeps parents well- informed about their children's achievements and, for example, shares her regular in- depth assessment reports. Children's efforts are praised by the childminder as they play and have great fun. This helps boost their self-esteem. Children are keen to share their achievements with others. For example, when playing games children called out excitedly, 'I've done it,' when they completed a task.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children play in a happy and stimulating environment. Their physical skills are good and they eagerly engage in active play, such as jumping and singing on the trampoline outside. Children take part in activities that help them understand about people's differences. The childminder teaches children to be polite and kind with reminders about good manners. Children gain a positive sense of belonging, for example, as they sit together at mealtimes. The childminder provides nutritious home-cooked food to encourage healthy lifestyles. Parents speak highly of the childminder; for instance, they comment on how well their children develop positive social skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop confidence in their abilities as they learn. They are very sociable and continually develop the skills they need for their future learning. Children communicate well with one another. They develop a keen interest in books and counting, to promote their early literacy and mathematical skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY367825 Local authority Wandsworth Inspection number 1035805 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 October 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Tooting, London. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 childcare qualification. She works Tuesday to Thursday, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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