Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 January 2016 16 March 2011

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder does not ensure that she meets all the legal requirements. She does not keep an accurate daily register of children's attendance or gain parents' written consent prior to administering medication. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder does not seek parents' consent prior to her sharing information about children's progress with other settings that they attend.  Self-evaluation is not sufficiently robust to clearly identify weaknesses and target areas for improvement.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder uses the information from her observations and assessments effectively to plan for children's next stage in their learning. Children make good progress.  The childminder provides clear guidance and explanations to children to help them to manage their own behaviour. Children learn to take turns, share toys and respect each other.  Children learn about healthy lifestyles and have daily opportunities to be physically active, such as visiting local parks and groups. This supports their physical well-being.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 ensure that an accurate daily record of the names of all the children being cared for and their hours of attendance is continuously maintained 15/01/2016

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 ensure written consent is obtained from parents and carers prior to giving medication to children 15/01/2016

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 gain consent from parents and carers to share information about children's progress with other settings that they attend. 15/01/2016

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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 develop the use of self-evaluation to help identify areas for improvement to raise outcomes for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at various times throughout the inspection.  The inspector viewed all parts of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector observed children engaged in activities.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including suitability checks and children's development records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder does not keep all required records to fully support children's well-being. For example, she does not record children's arrival and departure times, or gain written consent to administer medication to children. The childminder knows the signs that would indicate a child is at risk and the procedures to follow to report any concerns. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder does not effectively use self-evaluation to identify areas to improve to ensure she meets the legal requirements and raise outcomes for children. She attends regular training and uses the new ideas and knowledge she gains to make changes to her practice. For example, she uses different methods to interest children in stories. The childminder works in partnership with other settings that children attend. However, she does not gain consent from parents before sharing their children's information.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder effectively promotes the learning and development of children in her care. She gains information from parents when children first start and monitors their progress to help meet their individual needs and interests. The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills well. For example, she repeats back their words and gives them time to provide their own answers. Children develop their early literacy skills. For example, the childminder uses games to support children's understanding of words and letters. The childminder provides regular opportunities to involve parents in their children's learning. She shares information about children's achievements to promote consistency in learning and care.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder does not ensure that she has written permission from parents before she administers any medication to children. However, she talks to parents about any medication they bring, which means that the impact on children is not significant. The childminder provides a welcoming environment. Children form secure emotional attachments with her and enjoy frequent cuddles. This supports their emotional well- being. Children learn to be confident and independent. The childminder provides a wide range of opportunities for children to learn about the world around them. For example, children bring in a book and learn new words in another language and they celebrate a range of festivals. This helps children to learn to respect and value each other's differences.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children's outcomes are good. They enjoy their learning and gain the necessary skills they need for their move to school or nursery.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY254679 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 847078 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in West Wickham, Kent. She offers all day care, Monday to Friday, throughout 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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