Childminder 128616

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 June 2016 28 February 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

 There is good partnership working with parents ensuring that children receive consistent care and learning from the start. Parents speak very highly of the childminder and they are kept well informed of their children's next steps in learning.  The childminder understands the importance of observing children closely and she makes regular assessments of their learning. This enables her to monitor and address any areas where they might be falling behind.  The children form extremely close and caring relationships with each other. They laugh together and the atmosphere is very positive. Children are confident to make the most of all learning opportunities.  The childminder is a positive role model, who speaks calmly and kindly to the children. She has clear behavioural expectations and children behave well.  Children's emotional needs are thoroughly supported. Children show they are happy and relaxed in the setting. They have secure attachments with the childminder and

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This provision is good

thrive on her playful interactions.  The childminder helps children to make good progress through a wide range of learning experiences. She plans an exciting range of activities based around their interests.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always seek the views of parents when identifying areas for improvement in order to strengthen her self-evaluation process.  The childminder's planned programme of professional development is not sufficiently focused on improving her teaching skills to the highest possible level.

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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

 strengthen the system for self-evaluation so that all parents' views are regularly considered when evaluating and reflecting on practice and when considering future improvements  identify further opportunities for professional development to maintain and enhance the good standards of care and learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of premises used for childminding.  The inspector observed teaching and the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to and interacted with children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation processes and plans for improvement.  The inspector sampled documentation, including a selection of the childminder's policies, children's records and suitability checks of all household members.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is secure in her knowledge of protecting children from abuse or harm. She is fully conversant with the processes to follow to raise her concerns about a child. Children play in a safe and secure environment. The childminder takes effective steps to ensure all potential risks within the home, garden and on outings are minimised. The childminder works in partnership with parents to ensure their child's needs are known and continually met. Parents speak positively of the care their children receive and are kept informed about their child's day and the progress they are making.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are making good progress in their communication and language development. The childminder supports them to use a good range of books. These are carefully chosen to link in with current interests and activities. The childminder introduces new words during young children's pretend play and actively encourages them to imitate different sounds. The enjoy attending regular rhyme-time sessions and participate in singing activities within the childminder's home. The childminder is astute in recognising when to step in and offer support during children's play and activity and when to hold back from interacting too quickly. Consequently, children are engaged and show determination to achieve tasks and simple problems they encounter for themselves.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and relaxed in the childminder's welcoming environment. They are treated with warmth and kindness and form strong attachments with her. This demonstrates that they feel safe and emotionally secure. Children have access to a wide range of age-appropriate toys and resources which they can access independently. Children benefit from fresh air and daily exercise as they walk to and from activities in the local community. They play ball games in the park and challenge their developing physical skills on a variety of apparatus. The childminder provides healthy meals, snacks and drinks for the children. Children develop positive attitudes to diversity and respect for the world around them. They learn about the local community as they go on outings with the childminder and socialise with other adults and children. Children behave well and are happy and confident in their surroundings. The childminder praises children regularly,

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are inquisitive learners who are well prepared for their next stage in learning and the move on to school when the time comes. They show curiosity and remain engaged in activities for long periods of time. Children enjoy directing their own play and making choices about how to use the range of resources on offer. They persevere when faced with challenges and look to each other for encouragement. The children develop a positive attitude towards learning. Children learn to take responsibility, such as helping to tidy away the resources, and are becoming independent in their self-care skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 128616 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1040309 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 February 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992. She lives within the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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