Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 October 2017 Not applicable

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The outstanding childminder is highly qualified and has a wide range of childcare experience. She is strongly committed to improving her professional skills and knowledge even further. For example, she seeks advice from her childminding advisor, exchanges ideas with other childminders and accesses a wide range of training.  The childminder has high expectations for what all children can achieve. She uses training effectively to consistently develop the excellent learning opportunities for children. For instance, having attended a course on reading skills, she skilfully integrates props, such as toys and puppets into her story times. This has further enhanced children's language skills and their enjoyment of books.  Children are exceptionally well behaved. They listen and respond positively to the childminder's calm and consistent approach, as she explains what is expected of them and praises them for what they do well.

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder develops highly effective partnerships with parents and fully involves them in their children's learning. For instance, she provides books and toys for children to take home each week, to support their progress at home. Parents contribute to children's assessments and provide regular updates on their children's interests at home.  Children develop an excellent range of skills which supports their ongoing development and helps them prepare for school. Babies become confident and independent learners, and they show high levels of engagement and persistence as they explore and play.

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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 excellent range of opportunities children have to gain greater understanding of differences between people.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed a range of activities indoors and outdoors, and discussed these with the childminder to assess the quality of teaching and its impact on children's learning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at various points throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of documentation.  The inspector observed and spoke to children during the inspection, and considered their views and experiences.  The inspector took account of parents' views from their written feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder is strongly committed to providing the best possible service. She evaluates all aspects of her provision thoroughly, seeking the views of parents, children and other professionals. Her plans for improvement are highly effective, ensuring that they build on the outstanding quality of teaching and learning. The childminder has a thorough understanding of how children learn, and uses excellent systems to monitor their progress and identify what they need to learn next. Where children's learning is not as expected, the childminder quickly identifies this and successfully puts in place strategies to support their development. She works closely in partnership with parents, providing support and advice as needed. As a result, any gaps in children's learning are rapidly closing. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a robust understanding of child protection issues and her responsibility to keep children healthy and safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder plans activities which are highly interesting and suitably challenging, to ensure that children learn as much as they can through their play. She promotes children's understanding of different people and communities exceptionally well. For instance, the excellent range of resources reflect traditions from different countries and cultures. The childminder plans to further extend this area of her outstanding provision, such as by adding to the toys and materials, to help children learn more about disabilities. Children have excellent opportunities to learn about their local area and the world around them. For example, they go on a wide variety of outings, including visits to parks, theatres, museums and the local forest school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children are highly confident and secure in the childminder's welcoming home. They demonstrate that they have a close and caring bond with her, and feel extremely happy and safe in her care. For example, they go to her for a reassuring cuddle when they are tired and are keen to share their excitement as they master a new skill. The childminder works exceptionally hard to ensure that all children can make choices and explore their own ideas independently. For instance, resources are accessible, extremely well organised, and clearly labelled with pictures and words. Children have superb routines to support their good health. For example, even the youngest children are introduced to effective hygiene routines. The meals and snacks on offer are nutritious and include lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. Children enjoy exercise and fresh air on their daily outings.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children make excellent progress from their various starting points. They are resilient and motivated learners, eager to try things out and solve problems. Babies show a strong exploratory impulse as they examine the sight, sounds and textures of objects and materials. They develop excellent hand-to-eye coordination as they learn to handle and manipulate objects, such as building blocks and books. Children develop exceptional listening and attention skills. They become highly engaged as they listen to stories.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490656 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1017328 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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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 provides care all day on Monday to Friday, all year round, including weekend and overnight care by arrangement. The childminder offers before- and after-school care. She holds a childcare qualification at level 6.

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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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