Childminder EY488148

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 September 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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder provides a stimulating and inspiring learning environment and encourages children to initiate their own learning. Children can choose from an excellent range of activities on offer and the childminder skilfully extends children's learning using well-planned activities.  Children are happy and settled. They have strong bonds with the childminder, which helps them to be confident, motivated learners, who make decisions and choices throughout their time at the setting.  The childminder speaks to the children in a respectful and considerate way. She is an excellent role model and children follow her lead. They are sociable and are kind to each other.  The childminder shares detailed information with parents about their children's progress and daily activities. She welcomes parents' ideas and incorporates these into her planning. Partnerships with parents are very strong. Parents are actively involved in

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder does not always give children time to develop their thinking skills in her eagerness to support children's learning and development.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to think through their own ideas and to extend their learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching, and assessed the impact on children's learning.  The inspector sampled range of documentation, including the children's learning records, certificates of training and evidence of suitability of those living on the premises.  The inspector took into account written feedback from the parents, in the form of questionnaires and references.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times of the day.  The inspector viewed all areas used for childminding.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder regularly seeks to improve her knowledge and attends training and local childminding network groups. She has a secure understanding of her child protection responsibilities. She knows what signs to look out for and is confident in how to report any concerns quickly and efficiently. She identifies potential risks and quickly reduces these to help keep children safe. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder values the views of the parents in her setting and regularly uses their questionnaire responses to reflect upon and evaluate her practice. She is passionate and dedicated to her role and is determined to provide the children with a good-quality learning environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts well with the children; she talks to them about what they are doing and introduces new words into their play. She engages children in rhymes and songs and helps them to develop very good language skills. The childminder has a secure understanding of children's skills and abilities. She monitors their progress well, identifying where children are in their development and if any additional help is needed. The childminder plans interesting and stimulating activities to support them in their next steps for learning. She values their work and contribution and encourages them to make their own decisions. Children develop mathematics skills. The childminder uses creative ways to incorporate mathematical ideas into their play. For example, she encourages children to count their jumps on the trampoline, and fill and empty containers to different levels.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder encourages excellent hygiene routines and provides a clean and hygienic environment. For example, all children are provided with their own flannels and hand towels. Children develop an exceptional awareness of healthy lifestyle and choose from an excellent range of healthy snacks. They have plenty of time to be physically active in the well-resourced, stimulating garden and on local visits to the park. The childminder provides excellent opportunities for children to take safe risks. She develops children's self-esteem and confidence, and provides consistent praise and encouragement. The childminder has consistent boundaries in place. She reminds them about the importance of using their manners and being kind to each other. Children behave very well.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make very good progress from their starting points. Children are confident, active learners who are motivated to learn. Children's language and literacy skills are developing well. They listen well and concentrate on their chosen activities. Children have the opportunities to mix with others during local groups, helping them to be sociable and independent. They are well prepared for their next stage in learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488148 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1012079 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder works with another registered childminder. She operates her service on Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm, all year round. 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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