Kerrey, Carol Ann

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 August 2017 Not applicable

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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 provides a welcoming and homely environment. Children are content, happy and ready to learn.  Children's emotional well-being is well supported. The childminder interacts positively with children who demonstrate they feel secure and settled.  The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She takes time to find out about children's home routines and care needs, along with information on their learning and development.  The childminder is a good role model for children. She encourages them to use good manners and be respectful and kind to one another.  Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills. They have daily access to the large garden area and enjoy frequent trips to local parks and outdoor play areas. For example, they enjoy using the balancing and climbing equipment.  The childminder reflects and evaluates her practice effectively. She focuses on

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This provision is good

identifying areas for improvement to help children's experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the organisation and availability of the resources do not fully support the youngest children.  The childminder does not consistently identify and support learning gaps precisely enough to enable children to make even better 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

 ensure younger children are able to access age-appropriate resources and activities more easily  improve the assessment process so that the progress of each child is clear and any learning needs can be easily identified and monitored.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children playing indoors and outdoors.  The inspector sampled the childminder's records, including children's information, learning progress records, and policies and procedures.  The inspector talked with the children and discussed childcare practices with the childminder.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her setting to help improve the outcomes for children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows what to look out for and the procedures to follow, should she have concerns about a child in her care. She carries out regular risk assessments so that she can address any hazards promptly. The childminder is clear about her responsibilities to keep children safe. The childminder shows a commitment to childminding and values her role in giving children a good start. She follows a clear process to monitor and support her assistant, to help ensure consistent outcomes for children. The childminder follows her own programme of training and support, which has a positive impact on children's outcomes. For example, she explored more effective strategies to further help promote children's positive behaviour.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides an interesting range of resources and activities that meets children's learning needs. She has a good understanding of how children develop and, overall, provides them with purposeful learning experiences. For instance, she takes children on visits in the local community where they can explore and meet other people. The childminder promotes children's language development very well. For instance, she talks purposefully about what they are doing and introduces new words with explanations. Children engage well in their chosen activity and use their imagination as they act out tales of princesses with small-world figures. The childminder helps support children's literacy development, such as when she provides favourite books enjoyed by children, where they love to take part in telling the story.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's settling-in sessions are flexible and work well. The childminder skilfully supports children to make new relationships. Children's behaviour is good and the childminder frequently praises their efforts and achievements. This helps to build their self-confidence and children learn to manage their own feelings and behaviour. The childminder promotes and reinforces good hygiene practices, encouraging independence in self-care. For example, children enjoy taking on small tasks, they eagerly serve themselves at lunchtime and make healthy food choices. Outdoor play opportunities help children stay active and fit. They are learning about healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children keep themselves busy. They occupy themselves with things that interest them, such as imaginary play scenarios. Children learn about diversity, such as when they celebrate a variety of cultural festivals. They engage and concentrate for long periods, and are confident enough to try things for themselves and ask for help when needed. Children are developing the skills they need for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY487620 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 1010210 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Bexley, Kent. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant. She provides care all day on Monday to Friday, throughout the year, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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