Childminder in Sutton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 January 2018 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 completes regular ongoing observations and assessments, to check and monitor the progress of each child. She effectively uses the information gained to plan for what each child needs to learn next. All children make good progress in relation to their initial starting points.  The childminder organises stimulating and interesting activities that children enjoy. She interacts well to successfully support all areas of their learning and development.  The childminder uses self-evaluation to review her provision effectively. She seeks the views of parents and her assistant well, to help her identify strengths and areas for development to improve outcomes for children.  The childminder shares information about children's care and learning with parents daily, using a variety of methods. Parents comment that they are pleased with the care their children receive. The childminder supports children's well-being successfully.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder completes some tasks for children that they could do for themselves.  The childminder does not share enough information with other early years settings that children attend, to achieve a shared approach to children's learning.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to manage some tasks more independently, to develop their learning and self-help skills more effectively  improve further the partnerships with other early settings that children attend, to provide a more consistent approach to all children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had discussions with the childminder relating to her practice, and talked to children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at areas of the premises used for childminding and sampled relevant documentation, including children's records.  The inspector observed the childminder's practice and the learning opportunities provided.  The inspector and childminder jointly observed children at play.  The inspector viewed, and took into account, written feedback from parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements clear policies and procedures to keep children safe. She understands her duties in ensuring children's welfare, and knows how to report any concerns if she suspects a child is at risk of harm. The childminder is committed to improving her skills and knowledge. For instance, she has attended a course to help her complete assessments. This has increased the childminder's ability to observe and track children's development. The childminder implements effective recruitment procedures, including suitability and vetting checks, for staff. She occasionally works with an assistant and effectively supports them in their role. For example, she regularly meets with them to discuss changes to the early years statutory framework and best practice, to improve the service further.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides children with good opportunities to use their imagination and creativity. For example, children take great pride in making decorative shakers filled with coloured rice. They explore the different sounds they can make, as they shake them while singing favourite songs joyfully. The childminder is proactive in supporting children's language and communication skills. For example, she asks questions to encourage older children to express their feelings and ideas. She stays close to young children while they play, providing a running dialog and responding and encouraging their emerging language.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children to develop a good knowledge of healthy lifestyles. For instance, children eat nutritious meals and snacks daily. They learn about different fruits and foods, explore where they come from, and how they grow and develop. Children enjoy taking part in physical activities, such as visiting soft-play areas, where they are able to take risks in a safe environment. The childminder acts as a good role model for children, to help them learn how to behave appropriately. For example, she teaches them how to keep themselves safe, including not standing on the furniture. The childminder effectively promotes children's self-esteem and sense of pride. For instance, she praises them for their efforts and achievements. She regularly identifies and removes any hazards, to ensure that children remain safe and secure.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are interested and inquisitive. They are keen to learn, and develop a good range of skills that prepares them for the next stage in their learning. Younger children develop good literacy skills, such as learning to hold pencils correctly to make marks. Older children's early reading skills are good. They use phonics with confidence, to sound out the letters in their name. Children develop their awareness of mathematics as they count and use mathematical language during their play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490328 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 1026305 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 8

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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 Carshalton, located in the London Borough of Sutton. The childminder offers care from 8am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, 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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