Childminder EY466325

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 January 2017 11 February 2014

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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 has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She assesses what children can do and plans well with parents for their next stages of development, to improve outcomes for children.  The childminder provides different experiences to encourage children's learning and development. All children make good progress from their starting points.  Children enjoy regular outings to local parks and groups. They have opportunities to exercise and develop good levels of emotional well-being. Children learn about their local community and socialise with others well. Their behaviour is good.  Partnerships with parents and other professionals are strong and help to ensure continuity in children's care and learning.  The childminder evaluates her provision and practice well to continually improve her service. She gathers feedback from parents and has addressed the areas identified for

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This provision is good

improvement at her previous inspection, to enhance children's learning experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not use all opportunities to encourage children to fully engage and concentrate, to help extend their learning experiences further.  The childminder does not consistently provide opportunities for children to enjoy exploratory play, to enhance their ability to experiment and explore even more.

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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

 create more ways to encourage children's interests and concentration levels, to enhance their engagement and learning  extend opportunities for children to enjoy different exploratory experiences, to encourage their learning and development even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder's teaching and her interactions with the children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times.  The inspector and the childminder observed children while they played and discussed how the childminder supports their learning needs.  The inspector looked at a sample of relevant documentation, such as required records for children, self-evaluation evidence, the policies and procedures shared with parents, and parents' written feedback.  The inspector looked at areas of the home used for childminding, and some of the play materials and equipment.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder regularly ensures her safeguarding policies and procedures are updated. She has a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms that would cause her concern about a child's welfare and the steps to take to prioritise children's safety. The childminder explores regular professional development opportunities to help her reflect on her practice. She makes good use of what she learns to improve outcomes for children. She demonstrates a good capacity to maintain continuous improvement. The childminder has developed good systems to monitor children's learning, to help them progress well. Parents' written feedback shows that they feel very happy with the level of service and care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her knowledge of children well, to help them learn. She develops children's communication skills effectively. For example, she explains to younger children what is happening as they play and respond to her with sounds, to encourage their vocabulary. The childminder plans the environment well. Children move about easily and are independent, for example, as they make choices in their play. The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their imaginations, for instance, as they engage in role play. She encourages children to learn different ways to move around and supports them well as they learn to use the stairs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supervises children well and minimises possible risks to their safety. For example, she completes regular safety checks and teaches children how to keep safe in different situations. Children feel safe and secure in the childminder's care and form close relationships with her. They are active and demonstrate a willingness to learn. The childminder meets the needs of children well and encourages them to follow good hygiene practices, to encourage their well-being. She gathers information from parents to help children settle into her care easily. The childminder effectively supports children's good health. For example, she provides them with a well-balanced diet. Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise, and develop a good awareness of the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development from the time they start. Children are relaxed, happy and comfortable in the environment. Young children are able to follow simple instructions, for example, as they find a book when they are asked. Children listen and learn new things well. They have good opportunities to develop their finger-muscle movements in readiness for writing. They are well prepared for the next stages of their development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY466325 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 1069556 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 February 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. She operates her service on Monday to Thursday from 7am until 6pm during term time only.

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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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