Childminder EY404230

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 April 2017 28 April 2015

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder has failed to maintain a current paediatric first-aid certificate, as required. However, she retains knowledge of the actions to take in case of an emergency and so the impact on children is minimal.  The childminder did not inform Ofsted about a change to her personal circumstances.  The childminder's use of evaluation of the provision is not fully effective. She does not always identify and address the areas that need further improvement in a timely manner.

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It has the following strengths

 Children form close attachments and develop a strong sense of belonging as they form close relationships with the childminder and each other. This supports their emotional well-being effectively.  Resources are well organised and children receive good support to become independent. Young children freely explore the environment and initiate their own play.  The childminder helps children to learn about self-care skills effectively. For example, when feeding young children, she provides them with a spoon to learn how to feed themselves.  The childminder develops positive partnerships with parents. She works closely with them and regularly shares information about the children's care and learning. This helps her to accurately assess children's development and to monitor their progress.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 obtain and maintain a valid paediatric first-aid certificate 01/06/2017  gain a secure knowledge of significant events that must be notified to Ofsted, in particular events in regard to household members. 01/06/2017

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Due Date

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 develop the self-evaluation process further to make it more effective with regard to identifying areas of improvements, and address these in a timely manner.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas, toys and equipment used for childminding purposes.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including children's records, policies and procedures.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder, and observed the quality of care, teaching and children's learning.  The inspector took into account the views of parents through discussions and written feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder has not maintained a current paediatric first-aid certificate in line with requirements. This shows that self-evaluation is not yet fully effective in identifying weaknesses and addressing them in a timely manner. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding issues and the procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child in her care. There are written policies and procedures in place, which are shared with parents and keep them well informed about the service offered. The childminder ensures her home is safe and that children are kept safe when on outings. The childminder understands the importance of working with other settings children attend to provide continuity in their care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her secure knowledge of how children learn to provide a broad range of interesting and enjoyable activities. She uses information from her assessments well to inform her planning. This helps her meet children's needs and interests well. The childminder supports younger children to engage in activities and encourages them to move forward in their learning. For example, very young children are confident and inquisitive, and enjoy pouring rice into different containers using their hands and spoons. The childminder uses effective communication during activities and introduces children to new sounds, words and mathematical language. The childminder teaches children to develop their awareness of how to keep themselves safe during activities and daily routines.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

Despite the weakness regarding a valid paediatric first-aid qualification, the risks to children's health and well-being are minimal. The childminder has retained her knowledge of how to respond to accidents and injuries that children may have while in her care. She provides children with a homely environment where they are happy and enjoy learning. The childminder is a calm and positive role model who regularly praises children's efforts and achievements. She provides children with a selection of nutritious snacks and good opportunities for them to enjoy regular fresh air and exercise through daily outings into the local community and parks. This helps children to stay healthy and learn about the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children gain the skills they need for their future learning, and in readiness for school. Younger children settle well, become confident and build relationships. They develop good social skills and learn to share and take turns. Children are well behaved, show good levels of interest and concentration in what is on offer and enjoy learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY404230 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1094162 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 April 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in New Cross in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates Monday to Friday all year round and receives funding for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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