Childminder EY346823

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 June 2016 8 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 uses her secure understanding of how children learn and develop to quickly identify and address areas where children may need additional support. This ensures children make good progress from their starting points.  Children's progress in communication and language skills is good. For example, the childminder models clear speech and introduces new words to extend children's vocabulary. This helps to prepare them for their move on to school.  The childminder establishes positive links with other early years settings that children attend to share information and complement their learning.  Strong partnerships with parents help to ensure that children are supported effectively. For example, the childminder updates parents regularly about their children's progress. Parents comment that, 'We are really happy', and they appreciate the childminder's willingness to share concerns and observations.

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This provision is good

 The childminder undertakes thorough risk assessments of her home and outings. She is vigilant at supervising children to ensure they are safe and secure.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not give children enough time to explore their ideas and is too quick to offer solutions to problems children encounter.  The childminder does not always make effective use of the routine to support children who learn best outdoors.

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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

 give children more opportunities to explore their own ideas and solve problems for themselves  improve the use of routines to support children who benefit most from playing and learning outdoors.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation and policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents and other professionals, which were made available for the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability checks for the childminder and adult members of the household, and evidence of the childminder's training.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and interacted with children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the child protection procedures and is confident of what to do should she have any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder has a professional approach to continuous improvement. She makes effective use of the self-evaluation process to reflect on her practice, identify strengths and target areas to improve the service that she provides. The childminder has a strong commitment to her ongoing professional development. She continues to attend training and reads relevant materials online to benefit children. For example, the childminder has updated her knowledge and skills on how to keep children safe through a refresher course.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a good variety of toys and resources to keep children busy and occupied. For example, children were engrossed as they explored the video and camera equipment. They learnt how to operate the equipment successfully and were delighted to record messages to share with their parents. Children develop their early literacy skills well as they name and sound out letters that are significant to them. The childminder uses books and songs successfully to enhance this further. The childminder implements effective observations of children's learning and monitors their progress. She uses this information to plan children's next steps, and identify any gaps in their development effectively. For example, children take pleasure in matching animal puzzles, and the childminder interweaves counting skilfully to develop their early mathematical skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is kind and gentle towards children, and children feel comfortable in her care. She successfully encourages children to develop a sense of responsibility, which helps to develop their independent skills. For example, the childminder encourages children to take care of resources and their environment. Children learn about healthy lifestyles as they follow well-established hygiene routines. In addition, the childminder talks to children about the effects of foods on their body. At the inspection, she explained to children why we need to cook pasta and why vegetables are good for us. The childminder shows genuine interest in children's play and she joins in their activities. This enhances children's motivation and love for learning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Overall, children are becoming active and confident learners. They are happy, settled and behave well. For example, they understand the expectations for their behaviour, and learn to share, and listen to others. Children acquire the skills they need for the next stage in their learning, including their move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY346823 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 1049282 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and she lives in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except on bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years 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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