Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 April 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 children with a welcoming and nurturing environment. Children are happy and settled and interact well with the childminder and each other.  The childminder works closely with other settings that children attend. For example, she finds out about the topics that children are learning about at school and includes this information in her daily routines and planning.  The childminder is a good role model and encourages children to manage their own behaviour. For example, children learn when to say sorry and understand how their actions can hurt others. Furthermore, they learn to take turns and to share their toys.  The childminder works closely with parents to support children's well-being and learning. For example, she keeps them informed of daily activities and shares their children's progress and achievements with them.  Children learn to stay safe in the setting. For example, the childminder practises the

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This provision is good

evacuation process with them and gives gentle reminders about playing safely.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully considered how to encourage all children to make their own choices about what to play with.  Children do not always have opportunities to extend their understanding of healthy eating during snack times.

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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 ways for children to make their own choices about what to play with to help promote their independence  strengthen further the opportunities for children to learn about and eat healthy foods.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held a meeting with the childminder.  The inspector observed the childminder and children playing and interacting indoors and outdoors.  The inspector looked at a sample of paperwork including evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to providing a good-quality service for families and evaluates her setting successfully. For example, she recognises the importance of outdoor play and is developing stimulating activities to help extend children's understanding of the natural environment. The childminder seeks feedback from parents to evaluate her practice further and ensures that she swiftly addresses any comments. She keeps up to date with current early years practice. For example, she shares ideas with other childminders and completes training to further her knowledge. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the process to follow if she has concerns about the welfare of children in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides age-appropriate activities for children to enjoy. For example, she uses a growing activity to successfully increase children's knowledge in many areas. Children learn new vocabulary, such as 'aduki beans' and 'compost', and count up to 20 seeds during planting. Furthermore, they learn about bees and nectar while using insect stickers. The childminder extends this learning even further, such as providing a picture of a flower and the accompanying written words that link to the growth of a flower from seed. The childminder encourages children to be involved in their own learning. For example, they find the book containing a fairy tale about a beanstalk and are confident to recount the sequence of the story independently. The childminder makes good use of everyday opportunities to extend children's learning. For example, they learn about moving backwards and forwards as they use the stairs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is sensitive to the individual needs of the children. For example, she provides opportunities for children to renew their energy after a day at school, such as quiet times and opportunities for fresh air. Children enjoy playing in the safe garden and the childminder extends this interest successfully. For example, children enjoy hiding and looking for gold coins and confidently kick and throw the balls. The childminder involves the older children in agreeing the rules of the setting and is sensitive when attending to children's personal hygiene. The childminder is patient and calm and provides children with opportunities to share their experiences. For example, they tell the childminder about their school activities and their lunch, and talk about their families.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and settled with the childminder. They are confident and independent. For example, they manage their own coats and shoes and follow the rules of the setting. Children are well prepared for their next stage of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY466750 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 952381 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 4 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 2

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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 Beckenham, in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder is available to work each weekday from 8am to 6pm, for most of the year. She mainly offers care to children before and after school.

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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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