Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 June 2016 29 January 2013

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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 make good progress relative to their starting points. The childminder uses her observations of what children can do to assess their progress, and to plan activities that suit their interests and support their learning in all areas. They are making particularly good progress in their communication skills and independence.  The childminder's self-evaluation is good and she continuously monitors the effectiveness of her provision. She shows commitment to ongoing improvement in order to maintain the best outcomes for children. Her practice has improved since her last inspection.  Children are happy, settled and enjoy the homely environment. The childminder follows effective routines to help her meet children's needs promptly. Children understand what is happening next and are ready to make the most of learning opportunities.  The childminder has effective partnerships with parents. There is a continuous two-way

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This provision is good

flow of information with them which helps the childminder meet children's care and educational needs.  The childminder is a good role model and sets clear boundaries for children's behaviour. This helps to prepare children well for their future learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Younger children do not always have access to a wide variety of resources. This limits their ability to make choices about their play.

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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

 enhance the opportunities for younger children to access a variety of resources to help them make choices about what they want to do.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with children and spoke to the childminder during the inspection.  The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation, policies and children's files.  The inspector looked at the childminder's self-evaluation and improvement plan.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. She implements these effectively to help protect children. The childminder has addressed the action raised at her last inspection. All parents now give written consent for their children to go on outings. The childminder regularly assesses the children's progress to identify any gaps in their learning and plans activities to close these. She is proactive in gathering information from other providers who care for the children to help her provide continuity of care and learning. The childminder develops her skills and knowledge. For example, she makes good use of personal research and professional networks to keep up to date with changes to legislation and to share good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wide range of activities for children that are enjoyable and interesting. She helps them to develop physical skills. For example, she takes them to the park where they play with balls and hula hoops. Children develop a good awareness of similarities and differences. For example, the childminder takes them to visit local shops, where they see different people in the community and learn about different occupations. Children develop good communication skills as they take part in conversations. This helps them build on their understanding and gives them time to hear and practise new words. The childminder encourages children to use their imaginations. For example, they mix different-coloured paints and discuss the results as they create artworks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are confident and happy. The childminder helps them learn to socialise with others. For example, she takes them to toddler groups which helps them to build confidence. Children gain independence in preparation for school as they learn to manage their own toileting needs, help themselves to water and practise putting on their own shoes and coats. The childminder ensures children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, they are encouraged to try fruit and vegetables during snack time. Children understand what is expected of them and respond to the positive atmosphere. The childminder provides a varied range of resources which enables older children to choose activities and lead their learning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated to learn and make good progress in their development. They are enthusiastic learners, who are keen to engage in a range of challenging activities. Very young children consistently try to manage practical tasks, such as putting on their shoes before asking for help. They develop the skills they need to be ready for their next stage in their learning, including going to pre-school and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY419186 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1049399 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder provides childcare from Monday to Friday, all year round, except for personal holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification and accepts funding to provide free early years education for children aged three and four years.

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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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