Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2016 30 March 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 organises her home well to help children make choices in their play. Children are confident and eager to learn and explore.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She plans purposeful activities based on children's interests and abilities. Children make good progress in the childminder's care.  The childminder works closely with parents. They share knowledge of children's interests and abilities. The childminder uses this information well to assess children's progress and identify gaps in their development.  Children behave well. The childminder encourages children to share, take turns and respect the views of others.  The childminder carefully reviews her provision to identify areas for further development. She has successfully addressed the recommendations set at the previous inspection.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully established a relationship with other providers involved in children's care and learning, to help promote a consistent approach to children's development.  The childminder does not always provide a variety of opportunities for children to learn about technology.

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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

 develop the partnerships with other early years settings children attend, to help provide a consistent approach to children's learning  strengthen opportunities for children to use and learn about technology within their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including policies, procedures and children's records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding knowledge through reading and training. She has a secure understanding of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder completes thorough risk assessments in her home and for outings, to help identify and minimise hazards to children. The childminder closely monitors children's progress. This helps her to quickly identify and address any gaps in their development. The childminder continues to develop her professional skills and knowledge in various ways. For example, she undertakes research and is part of a network with other childminders to share ideas.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder carries out regular observations and assessments of children's learning and identifies their next stages in development effectively. The childminder follows children's interests closely to ensure they remain engaged and motivated to learn. For example, children excitedly talk about the names of dinosaurs. The childminder shares information with parents about children's activities and learning. For example, through daily discussions and sharing children's progress records. The childminder supports children's communication and language well. For example, she questions them skilfully and gives clear explanations to help support their listening and attention skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have good levels of self-confidence and independence, which are encouraged through activities and daily routines. For example, children confidently select resources and initiate their own play. They make their own sandwiches at lunchtime. Children understand how to keep themselves safe. For example, they learn how to use equipment safely and help to tidy up after activities. Children develop a good understanding of leading a healthy lifestyle. For example, they learn about eating a well-balanced diet and go on regular outings in the local community. For example, they visit parks and playgroups, and enjoy trips to the allotment to plant seeds.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are active learners. They develop a range of skills that help prepare them well for the next stage in their learning and eventual move to school. Children learn to use their early writing skills. For example, they use chalk to make marks. Children develop their social skills. For example, they visit a range of local community groups, where they socialise with other children. Children learn early mathematics during activities and daily routines. For example, children learn to count and recognise shapes and colours.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY297950 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 1049085 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday, for most of the year.

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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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