Childminder, Out-of school day care in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 March 2016 Not applicable

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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 good range of toys and resources to interest children. Children are motivated to learn and make good progress in their development.  The childminder monitors children's progress skilfully to identify next steps in their learning. She shares this information with parents so that they can support their children's development further at home.  Children settle well and build good relationships with the childminder and each other. The childminder supports their emotional development well. For example, she mirrors the routines from home and values their individual backgrounds.  The childminder helps children to manage their own safety. For example, she teaches them the rules of the setting and practises the evacuation procedure with them.  The childminder evaluates her setting well to identify strengths and weaknesses and to target further improvements. She is very committed to providing a quality service for

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully considered how to provide a range of materials to extend children's creative development.  The childminder does not always recognise opportunities to extend children's understanding of mathematical development, particularly with regard to shape.

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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

 develop further the range of materials available for children to explore to extend their creativity  provide more opportunities for children to extend their mathematical knowledge particularly in relation to shape.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder and the children playing and interacting together.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at convenient times during the inspection.  The inspector spoke to parents and considered their written feedback.  The inspector looked at the childminder's website and a sample of documents including children's progress records and evidence of suitability.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has been proactive in developing her setting since her registration. For example, she has purchased new toys and equipment to ensure that all learning areas are promoted and has developed her own website. The childminder shows a commitment to developing her knowledge and has attended much training. For example, she attended a workshop to support her with assessing children's progress and undertakes research independently. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has updated her knowledge on safeguarding and understands her responsibility to protect children. She knows the process to follow if she has concerns about the welfare of children and families.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and knows how to join in with them to extend their play. For example, she shows children how the magnets work and introduces new vocabulary such as 'metal' as they explore together. The childminder provides many good opportunities during play for children to develop their language. For example, she asks questions when looking at books and allows children time to think and respond. The childminder uses her local area effectively to promote children's development. For example, they visit local groups to socialise with other children and visit the library. The childminder promotes children's physical development effectively. For instance, they visit local parks and playgrounds to use large equipment and use puzzles and threading toys indoors.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming environment for children and uses daily routines to extend their learning. For example, they count with the childminder as they climb the stairs and whilst preparing the area for snacks. The childminder is a good role model and helps children to develop a positive self-esteem. For example, she offers children regular praise during activities and negotiates with children how they can share the coloured discs fairly. Children gain an understanding about healthy lifestyles. For example, the childminder provides well-balanced meals and gives children daily access to fresh air and exercise. Children extend their understanding further as they practice daily routines such as hand washing before meals.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and engage well in activities, showing good concentration. They develop communication and literacy skills effectively. For example, they practise early writing on the easel and learn new words as they look at books with the childminder. Children learn to manage their own hygiene and dressing, and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462321 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 949166 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder is available to work 8am to 5.30pm each weekday 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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