Childminder EY473216

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 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 Good 2

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This provision is good

 Children have a thoroughly enjoyable time at the setting. The childminder's home is welcoming and stimulating. This supports children's learning in a positive way and helps to develop their emotional well-being.  Children independently choose the resources they want to use for their play and learning. The childminder follows their curiosity and plans according to the children's ability and interests. This helps her to keep children actively engaged in learning as they explore new things.  The childminder works well with other people involved in the care of the children and exchanges information that helps to provide continuous learning and care. She also keeps the parents up to date about their children's development to help provide positive outcomes for the children.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She offers guidance and reassurance to children throughout their activities and daily routines. Children are aware of the

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This provision is good

expectation of the setting; they respond positively and behave well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, the childminder misses opportunities to extend children's awareness about healthy lifestyles, for example, discussing good hygiene procedures during role play.  The childminder does not always obtain and use the views of children and parents when evaluating her setting.

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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

 continue to use every opportunity to extend children's learning about healthy lifestyles and foods even further  develop further ways to gather the views of parents and children, to contribute towards the ongoing improvement of the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures to safeguard children's welfare.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection regarding her practice and the arrangements for observation, assessment and planning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder develops her knowledge, understanding and practice continuously. For example, she has gained early years teacher status since registration. She feels that this has improved her practice and highlighted the new legislation which she includes in her policies. The childminder has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children from harm, including extreme ideas of right and wrong. She knows the correct procedures to follow if she has a concern regarding a child's welfare. Risks are further minimised through daily risk assessments. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder regularly monitors the children's development to help her identify any gaps immediately. She shares her findings with the parents and discusses how to support children with their next step in learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder follows the children's lead as she joins in with their play. Children are able to concentrate on activities. They take turns, investigate and explore, and are keen to join in. She encourages children to try new experiences, such as involving them in exploring different textures and natural materials. For example, young children enjoy investigating peacock feathers, pine cones and shells from a treasure basket. As children take part in the activity, the childminder skilfully weaves in opportunities to count, sort, and match objects and learn about size. This helps to introduce very young children to mathematical concepts effectively. The childminder encourages children to make choices, praises their efforts and supports them well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have strong emotional bonds with the childminder, for example, they sit with her and enjoy reading a book. They excitedly complete tasks, such as putting away the resources after activities. This helps them to learn about the daily routines. Children learn positive social skills from an early age. For example, the childminder encourages children to respect and consider the needs of others and helps them to share toys. Children celebrate different festivals and learn about other people's experiences during their time with the childminder. They benefit from daily opportunities to play in the garden and they go on regular outings, which help to extend their physical development.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress across all areas of learning, considering their age and starting points. They are engaged and motivated to learn. For example, they thoroughly enjoy music and learn how to move their bodies to the beat and express their emotions. Children explore mechanisms and technology, for example, as they operate the compact disc player. Children become independent and are prepared for their next step in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY473216 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 971612 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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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 West Wickham, within the London Borough of Bromley. The childminding service is available from Monday to Friday all year round. The childminder holds early years teacher status.

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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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