Childminder EY477618

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 July 2016 Not applicable

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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 supports children well to identify potential risks in their play and everyday tasks, to help them broaden their understanding of their own personal safety.  The childminder works closely with parents to find out about children's routines, needs and interests. This helps her to support children well to settle and be confident to learn.  Effective observation, planning and assessment of children's development support the childminder well to address gaps in children's learning. The childminder's positive interaction and encouragement help children to make good progress.  Children behave well. The childminder acts as a good role model. Children learn to use positive words, such as 'please' and 'thank you', in their interactions with others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The organisation of resources does not always ensure that they are easily accessible to children, to support them in leading their own learning and in following and exploring their ideas independently.  The childminder's self-evaluation does not focus sharply on helping to strengthen the quality of teaching, to keep children consistently engaged and motivated in their learning.

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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

 support children to make choices, to become more independent in leading their own learning and in following and exploring their ideas fully  focus self-evaluation more sharply to help strengthen the quality of teaching and keep children consistently engaged and motivated in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including the childminder's insurance policy, records of attendance, risk assessments and safeguarding policy.  The inspector observed and held discussions with the childminder about her daily teaching and care practices.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder, and observed the quality of care, teaching and children's learning.  The inspector looked at the areas, toys and equipment used for childminding purposes.  The inspector took account of the parents' written views during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of her role to safeguard and protect children to ensure they are safe. She knows how to record and report any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder tracks children effectively at regular intervals to monitor their progress and ensure they receive the support and input they need. Her strong partnerships with parents and other professionals support a consistent approach to meeting children's needs, and the childminder encourages parents to extend their children's learning at home. The childminder makes effective use of support from her local early years coordinator to help her keep up to date with changes, amend her policies and procedures, and develop her teaching skills, so children benefit from positive learning experiences and outcomes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well and plans challenging activities that extend their learning effectively. For example, she develops children's early literacy skills using resources to make story time engaging and enjoyable. Children enjoy different nursery rhymes and confidently sing their favourite songs with the childminder. The childminder provides good opportunities for children to practise their colouring and early writing skills. She supports children's communication and language skills well. For example, she questions children to develop their speaking and listening skills, and encourages them to repeat and learn new words.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settle well. They show a strong sense of security and belonging in the childminder's care. The childminder provides good supervision and support to children when playing and exploring. Children develop good personal, social and emotional skills. For example, they take on small responsibilities, play well together and take turns to share and use the resources. Children learn to listen and respect others. The childminder supports children's good health and physical development effectively. Children regularly play outdoors, and enjoy walks and visits within the local community. The childminder supports children well to manage their own personal needs, such as feeding themselves and washing their hands.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the key skills that support their future learning well. For example, young children develop good coordination and mobility. They develop good self-awareness and self-esteem, and confidently recognise their names. Children follow simple instructions well and use spoken words, body language and emotions effectively to express themselves. Children socialise well and show regard for other children during their play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477618 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 980212 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Plumstead, within the London Borough of Greenwich. The childminder operates from 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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