Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 January 2017 29 October 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 have opportunities to explore a wide range of textures and materials during their play. For example, they investigate different natural resources.  The childminder supports children's literacy development well, such as reading books, looking at posters and writing. This helps children become aware that print carries meaning.  The childminder supports children's communication and language skills effectively. For instance, she uses words and pictures in their home languages during their play. Children make good progress and are ready for their next stage in development.  Children behave well. The childminder provides them with clear guidance and explanations about how to manage their behaviour, such as sharing and taking turns.  The childminder successfully evaluates her service. She identifies areas of weakness and sets targets for improvement. This helps her develop the quality of the provision

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This provision is good

and provide better outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not form highly successful partnerships with other settings children attend to share a wide range of information to support a more consistent approach.  At times, the childminder misses some opportunities to support children's listening and attention skills 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

 continue to build on the good relationships with other settings that children attend to share a wider range of information and support a more consistent approach to learning  review and provide better opportunities for children to listen and concentrate more effectively during activities to extend their learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on the children's learning and development.  The inspector viewed all the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including the childminder's first-aid qualification and public liability insurance.  The inspector spoke to children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs that would cause her concern about a child's welfare and the processes to follow. She is aware of how to recognise children who may be at risk from extreme behaviours and views. The childminder monitors children's progress well. This helps her to identify any gaps in development early and provide appropriate support. She improves her knowledge and skills, such as through attending training. The childminder completes thorough risk assessments, which helps identify and minimise any hazards in her environment. Children learn to keep themselves safe. For example, the childminder practises regular emergency procedures with them.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder successfully uses information from her observations and assessments to plan for children's next stage in learning. She builds their mathematical development well. For example, the childminder encourages children to count and use their fingers to extend their number skills further. She effectively supports children to make good relationships with others, including learning about their emotions. For instance, they sing a welcome song to greet each other and ask how they are feeling. The childminder helps children learn that their views are of value and important, such as providing them with choices in activities. She provides regular opportunities to involve parents in their children's learning. For example, the childminder has daily discussions and shares learning books. This helps parents to continue their children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form secure emotional attachments and positive relationships with the childminder. She helps them learn about healthy lifestyles. For example, the childminder talks to them at mealtimes about the importance of eating nutritious options. She provides daily opportunities for children to be physically active. The childminder encourages children to learn about the world around them. For instance, they visit local parks, centres and groups. The childminder successfully builds children's confidence in their own abilities, such as through giving them positive praise and encouragement.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills they need to be ready for their move to school. They effectively build their physical development. For example, they learn how to unscrew lids and climb steps on a slide. Children successfully increase their independence. For instance, they take their shoes and coat off and feed themselves. Children develop good communication skills, such as talking confidently about their wider experiences and families.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452847 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1062993 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 October 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She offers care from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder has a relevant level 3 childcare qualification. She is eligible to receive funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder works with a co-childminder.

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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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