Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 May 2016 8 March 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

 Children develop good communication and language skills. The childminder regularly talks to children. She asks them questions and encourages them to respond. The childminder models and repeats words to reinforce children's rapidly developing vocabulary.  The childminder has built effective relationships with the children, which help them to feel confident and emotionally secure. She encourages children to share, take turns and use good manners. This helps children to behave well and understand what is expected of them from a young age.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is a positive role model. She speaks kindly and calmly to the children and gives clear guidance about expected behaviour.  The childminder is vigilant at all times. She has taken effective steps to maintain a safe and secure environment for children. Potential risks within the home and garden have been identified and minimised.

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This provision is good

 The childminder makes effective use of self-evaluation to monitor the quality of her practice. She successfully makes changes to improve the quality of her teaching and children's experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Parents are not routinely encouraged to share more detailed information about their children's skills and interests at home to enable the childminder to build on this through more informed planning.  The childminder does not always make the most of play opportunities to extend children's early mathematical knowledge and understanding.

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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

 encourage parents to share more detailed information about what their child achieves at home so that this can be taken into account when planning for children's future learning  make more opportunities for children to learn about mathematical skills and concepts through their play experiences.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, discussed safeguarding knowledge and took account of the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents and carers provided on the day.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. There is a range of policies and procedures in place underpinning the work of the childminder in promoting the safety and welfare of children. She understands her role and responsibility to protect the welfare of the children in her care and the actions to take if she has any concerns. The childminder is committed to developing her skills. She attends regular training and has established an effective network of support with a number of local childminders. Overall, the childminder establishes a good working partnership with all parents. Parents' written comments are very positive. They speak highly of the childminder and the quality of care and learning she provides for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder. She provides activities that reflect their interests and next steps in learning. The childminder gives children lots of encouragement and motivates them to participate and try new things. She uses timely and pertinent questions to promote children's communication and language skills. She waits patiently as they think of the answers, and listens attentively while they talk. Children are learning to appreciate the pleasure that can be gained from books. They enthusiastically search for their favourite story and listen intently, snuggling up to the childminder as she reads it to them. Children are encouraged to initiate their own play. The childminder knows when to join in to extend their learning further.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children receive lots of attention from the childminder and are treated with genuine warmth and positive regard. Effective settling-in arrangements help children to feel secure from the start. Children's good health is effectively promoted through positive hygiene routines, regular exercise and plenty of opportunities for daily fresh air. They have lots of opportunities to be physical, for example, they visit the local park, a variety of toddler groups, local attractions and amenities. This helps children to learn to socialise and become confident mixing with other children and adults. They choose their own toys and access their drinks when required. The childminder promotes equality and diversity through a range of activities and opportunities, teaching children to learn to respect others and celebrate differences.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, happy and settled. All children are working comfortably within the typical range expected for their age. They are able to communicate their needs effectively. Children spend considerable periods of time concentrating on things that interest them, and show determination and a positive attitude. Good attention is given to helping all children build firm foundations for their future learning, preparing them well for moving on to nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY103027 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1040301 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Forest Hill in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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