Childminder EY244038

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2016 19 October 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 teaches well and uses successful ways to extend early language development. For example, she repeats children's speech and teaches new words. Children communicate well and make good progress in their learning.  Children learn skills that prepare them well for their future learning. For instance, the childminder uses her positive approach to teach children about how to behave well and respect others.  The childminder regularly reflects on her provision to identify areas for improvement. She effectively uses the views of parents and children to help her evaluate her practice.  The childminder builds good relationships with parents and they work closely together to support children's progress. For example, they share information about children's interests and next steps in learning.  The childminder provides a warm, welcoming environment where children are happy and at ease. Children develop secure attachments and the childminder supports their

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always check children's progress closely to ensure any possible gaps in their learning are quickly identified.  The childminder does not always use all opportunities for children to solve problems independently that they encounter in their play, rather than providing solutions.

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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

 check children's progress more closely to identify any possible gaps in learning and development  improve opportunities for children to solve problems that they encounter during play, to foster their thinking skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children and the childminder playing together.  The inspector examined a sample of documentation, including safeguarding policies and procedures, and children's records.  The inspector and childminder discussed the play activities and children's learning during the inspection and undertook a joint observation of children's play.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this had on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has high expectations for the quality of care and learning she provides. She evaluates her setting effectively and makes improvements that benefit the children. For example, she recently reorganised the outdoor play space and added new opportunities for children to develop their outdoor learning. The childminder keeps her knowledge and skills up to date in various ways. For instance, she shares good practice ideas with other professionals, attends training and completes research. The childminder shares regular information with other settings children attend to provide continuity in their learning. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a thorough understanding of how to deal with child protection concerns. She knows how to identify and minimise risks to children effectively. This contributes to maintaining children's safety and welfare.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment that supports children's learning and development effectively. She knows the children well and plans activities to encourage further progress. Children use their imaginations and express themselves well. For example, they enjoy role-play activities such as preparing pretend meals for each other and show good concentration. The children are confident communicators and enjoy talking to the childminder and describing their actions. The childminder promotes children's mathematical development well. For example, children enjoy counting blocks as they build towers and name the colours they use.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is kind and nurturing, and interacts with children in a positive way. Children enjoy cuddles with her and are keen for her to join in their play. The childminder promotes children's positive behaviour through cooperative play and praises children to develop their positive self-esteem. For example, children take turns adding bricks to build a tower and take pride in their achievements. The childminder teaches children about keeping their environment safe and tidy. For instance, children enjoy helping put away activities and toys when they have finished with them. The childminder uses everyday routines to teach children about keeping themselves healthy. For example, children enjoy a range of healthy meals and snacks, and benefit from daily opportunities for fun physical play outside.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their learning in relation to their starting points. They confidently choose their play and are engaged and motivated in their learning. Children have an interest in early literacy, count confidently and are learning the skills they need for their future.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY244038 Local authority Merton Inspection number 832935 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 19 October 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Mitcham in Surrey. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3 and cares for children between 7.30am and 8.30pm each weekday, 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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