Childminder EY338190

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 March 2016 24 January 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 has a clear understanding of how young children learn. She provides interesting and challenging experiences to promote children's good progress across all areas of learning. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, including school.  The childminder observes and assesses children's progress well. She uses this information to plan effectively for their next steps in learning.  The childminder provides a caring and nurturing environment. Children feel safe and secure, and build positive relationships with the childminder.  Partnerships with other early years professionals are strong. The childminder takes steps to gain information about children's learning at other settings and complements this well.  The childminder consistently evaluates her service. For example, she uses feedback from parents and children to help identify further improvements to match her service to

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to raise children's understanding about the importance of personal hygiene routines.  Young children do not always have opportunities to explore and investigate a wide range of materials to further develop their curiosity about the world.

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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

 make full use of all opportunities to develop children's further understanding of the importance of personal hygiene routines  develop further opportunities for young children to explore and investigate a range of materials to promote their sense of curiosity about the world.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's activities and their progress.  The inspector and the childminder conducted a joint observation.  The inspector viewed a sample of documents, including children's records, and discussed the childminder's policies and procedures with her.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about her self-evaluation.  The inspector read letters of reference from parents to take account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has clear procedures to follow should she have any concerns about children's welfare. She has a strong commitment to developing her skills and knowledge. For example, from her recent training, she has improved her understanding of how to fully involve parents when completing progress checks for children aged two years. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively to identify any areas of learning where they may need further support. She carefully considers how to adapt her learning experiences and teaching to meet children's needs. The childminder works effectively with parents to promote a shared approach to children's learning. For example, she frequently shares information about children's achievements and encourages parents to keep her informed about learning experiences at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a balance of planned activities and children's freely chosen play. She takes account of children's interests and stages of development to plan activities that build on what they already know and can do. The childminder provides activities that engage children well and motivate their learning and interest. For example, older children enjoy making Mother's Day cards and creating necklaces. The childminder provides good support and knows when to join in children's play to extend their learning further. She supports children's language skills effectively. For example, she introduces new words and clearly repeats these to develop children's vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's behaviour is good. The childminder consistently and clearly reminds children of what she expects of them. She praises their achievements and raises their self-esteem well. The childminder promotes children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, she provides a range of healthy meals, snacks and drinks. Children enjoy regular fresh air and exercise to promote their good health. The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's independence skills well. For example, children help tidy up their toys and pour their own drinks. Children learn about people's similarities and differences; for example, they go on regular outings in the community.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress and gain the skills they need for their future learning, including starting school. They develop their literacy skills effectively. For example, children take an active part in storytelling and discuss the story characters with confidence. They listen and follow instructions well. Children develop their mathematical and physical skills well. For example, they design and make models with different types of construction.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY338190 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 837751 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder offers her services four days a week, Monday to Thursday from 7.30am to 6.15pm.

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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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