Childminder EY339186

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 May 2016 22 June 2010

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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 works well in partnership with parents. She effectively shares information about children's progress, achievements and any areas they may need further support in.  Children quickly form close bonds with the childminder. Parents report in feedback that the childminder is like family to them and she is thoughtful and caring. Children say they really enjoy watching butterflies hatch, making soup and completing creative activities with the childminder.  The childminder takes children on regular outings in the local environment. They visit the parks, playgroups, farm and shops to extend their learning and development. This supports children to learn more about their community and the world around them. Children enjoy planting flowers and herbs, watering them and comparing their growth.  The childminder has a good focus on supporting children's developing language and communication skills. The childminder encourages the children to talk about what they

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This provision is good

are doing and what they can see. For example, children find a spider's web. They discuss different aspects of the web and ask questions.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always offer even more challenge for most-able children who are already making good progress.  The childminder does not have a targeted ongoing programme for professional development that further extends her already good knowledge.

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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

 provide even higher levels of challenge in activities to inspire the most able children to excel in their learning  develop a plan for ongoing professional development that targets specific, relevant areas of practice, in order to raise the quality of the provision.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector observed and discussed a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation, children's learning records and a sample of policies.  The inspector read feedback from parents and talked to children during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all adults living on the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that might cause her concern about children's safety and welfare. She has the relevant contact numbers, should she need to pass on any concerns. The childminder regularly evaluates her work and she is eager to continue to improve upon the quality of the provision she offers to children. Parents' and children's views are incorporated in targets for development and improvement. The childminder works well in partnership with other settings children attend. They regularly share information about children's progress and any weaknesses in learning. Children's progress is monitored through observations and assessments. This supports the childminder to accurately identify children's next steps in learning, ensuring their continued progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Information about children's starting points is gathered from parents. This enables the childminder to effectively plan and identify what a child can do before they start. The childminder supports children to develop their communication skills. She describes what they are doing as they play. The childminder embraces opportunities for children to learn about each other's differences. Children confidently use English and, if applicable, other languages learnt at home as they play and talk to each other. The childminder provides activities and discussion about celebrations from around the world. Children enjoy creative activities. They choose a theme for their artwork and carefully glue pictures, place stickers and draw. Children's early writing skills are promoted through these learning opportunities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children learn independence skills and are able to put on their own socks and shoes. The childminder talks to the children about eating healthy. She provides healthy food for them and they enjoy the variety of food they are offered. Children enjoy energetic games. For example, they feel the rhythm of their heartbeat before taking turns to run circuits around a tepee tent outside. They stop and feel the difference in their heartbeat after exercise. Children are given consistent messages about behaviour and learn to play cooperatively together. Children learn about road safety while they walk to nursery and school. Children learn how to keep themselves safe and identify risks in the environment. They learn to tidy up to prevent any trip hazards.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. Children learn the skills needed for their next stage in learning and their move on to school. The childminder introduces mathematical concepts, such as heavy and light, during their play with soft toy animals. They feel the difference between a heavy sand-filled lizard and a soft, long toy snake. During water play, children are supported to use mathematical language, such as empty and full, while filling and pouring with containers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY339186 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1040289 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 June 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in London. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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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Telephone number

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