Murugesan, Padmavathi

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 November 2016 26 June 2013

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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 understands the importance of sharing information about children's learning with other settings they attend, for example, school. This helps her provide continuity for children in their care and development.  The childminder monitors children's progress well and encourages parents to contribute to their children's learning and development regularly.  The childminder provides a range of enjoyable learning activities that help children make good progress in their development. Children learn a range of new skills and the childminder gives them time to practise them.  The childminder interacts and supports children well. This helps encourage children to make independent choices in their play. Children are confident and motivated to learn.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder expects them to listen when she has something important to say and she praises them on their achievements.

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This provision is good

 Children's physical and emotional well-being is supported well. They develop a growing confidence in their abilities and develop good self-esteem.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently ensure that children have opportunities to extend their early writing skills even further.  On occasion, the childminder does not provide opportunities to support children to build on their interests and imagination further.

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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

 increase the opportunities available for children to practise their early writing skills  provide more opportunities for children to build on their imagination and interests and act out familiar scenarios.

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Inspection activities

 The childminder observed activities indoors and discussed the effectiveness of these with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including children's records and policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of parents' written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has an up-to-date knowledge of child protection issues and a good awareness of how to protect and safeguard children at all times. She has recently completed her first aid training and this helps to ensure she is up to date with her knowledge on how to treat any children who are hurt or ill. Risk assessments are carried out daily and the childminder minimises any hazards identified. Children can move around and play in safety. The childminder is aware of the importance of creating positive partnerships with parents. She self-evaluates her practice and provision effectively and identifies targets for further improvement. She observes and monitors children's progress and knows what to do if there are gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The experienced childminder knows the children well and displays a sound knowledge of child development. She understands how to help older children develop their reading and numeracy skills. For example, they enjoy visits to the local library for story times and enjoy using building bricks of different colours, shapes and sizes to compare and count. The childminder uses praise and encouragement to support children in their learning. She supports children's language development well. For example, when she joins in their play, she talks through what they are doing and gives clear explanations to any questions. The childminder follows children's interests and allows them to mainly lead their own play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and the children develop strong relationships. She is kind and caring and understands each child's emotional and physical needs well. Children go outdoors in the garden or to a local park daily. This provides children with good opportunities to experience active play and fresh air. In addition, the childminder provides balanced food options and this all supports children to learn about the benefits of healthy lifestyles. Visits to local groups help children to develop their social skills, such as learning how to share and respect others. Children settle well and show they are clear about the routines in place.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. They are eager to participate in activities. Children develop important skills they need for starting school. For example, they learn to dress themselves and cope well at putting on their shoes and attempting their zips. Children gain good levels of mathematical and communication skills. They confidently speak and share their ideas and are prepared well for the next stages in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY456756 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 1063209 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 4 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 June 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Welling, Kent. She cares for children all week, all year round, 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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