Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 January 2017 20 February 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

 Children are happy and confident. They develop warm and trusting relationships with the childminder and show they feel safe and secure.  Children enjoy freely exploring toys and activities and like initiating their own learning. The childminder gives children lots of encouragement and praise. Children are independent and motivated to play and learn.  The childminder effectively supports children's communication and language skills. She talks to children as they play and asks them interesting questions, to develop their vocabulary and expressive language skills.  The childminder promotes positive behaviour well. Children behave extremely well and are clear about boundaries and expectations.  Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder has positive relationships with parents and shares a good range of information with them, to inform them about their children's care and learning. Parents feel involved and express that their children enjoy

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use all opportunities to build on her professional development, to further improve the already good outcomes for children.  The childminder does not consistently build on learning opportunities for children who prefer to be outside, to help them make the best possible progress.

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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

 build on professional development opportunities to further improve teaching and the already good outcomes for children  develop further learning opportunities for children who prefer to play outdoors, to extend their learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and the quality of teaching, and spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed the areas of the house and garden used for childminding.  The inspector evaluated the effectiveness of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector viewed evidence of the suitability of household members and checked a range of other documentation, including assessment records, risk assessments, attendance registers and relevant policies.  The inspector took into account parents' written views and opinions.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The experienced childminder works closely with her husband, who is her co-childminder, and, occasionally, an assistant whom she supports well to develop her practice. Together they regularly review the provision and reflect on their practice, to identify areas for further improvement. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of how to report any concerns about children's safety or welfare. She is motivated to provide an emotionally and physically secure environment in which children can learn and play. The childminder carries out detailed risk assessments on her home and outings to minimise any potential hazards to children. Parents express high levels of satisfaction with the provision and value the childminder's dedication and nurturing qualities.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans a good range of purposeful learning activities based on children's interests and levels of development. Children respond enthusiastically and enjoy learning about the world in which they live. For example, they enjoy discovering about space through songs, stories and art projects. The childminder provides an interesting range of activities for children to enjoy. For instance, children have fun visiting a Chinese supermarket and buying resources to celebrate Chinese New Year. They develop a good understanding of different cultures and backgrounds. The childminder is skilled at supporting children's communication skills. For example, she enthusiastically encourages them to count, sing, make connections about the world and recall their experiences as they play. The childminder makes accurate assessments of children's progress and plans for their future learning to help to close any gaps in their development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children quickly develop strong bonds with the childminder. They are well cared for in this welcoming and stimulating environment. The childminder is very effective in managing children's behaviour. She is positive, respectful and encouraging. Children are settled and confident, and display a positive approach to learning. The childminder helps them to learn how to keep themselves healthy and safe. For example, children enjoy eating fruit and healthy meals. They benefit from regular physical exercise, to support their coordination, balance and physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in all areas of learning and are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their ages. They are independent and inquisitive learners. They learn to listen, concentrate and express their ideas well in play. Children are well prepared for their next stage of learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY363022 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 1079284 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 20 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives with her husband, who is also a registered childminder, in the London Borough of Croydon. She also occasionally works with an assistant. The childminder cares for children from 6.30am until 6pm on Monday to Friday, throughout most of the year. She receives relevant funding for the provision of free early education to children aged two and three years. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 5.

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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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