Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 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 has focused well on her professional development to help raise the quality of her provision to ensure children are safe and enjoy their time in her care.  The childminder knows the children well. She is kind and supportive. This helps children to settle and feel safe.  The childminder provides activities that challenge children's thinking. For example, she encourages to them to question the differences between themselves and others and how they benefit from learning about cultural backgrounds and festivals.  The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents and other settings children attend to support their continuity of care and learning. Children make good progress in their development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully monitor the development of children's early language skills, to explore varied ways to provide them with even more support.  The childminder does not make the best use of all areas of her home and garden, to support children's learning experiences, particularly for babies and toddlers.

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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

 monitor the development of children's early language skills more closely to provide even greater support  review the organisation and planning of activities, to fully extend the learning experiences for all children, including babies and toddlers.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked documents, including the childminder's background and suitability checks, and training certificates.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her understanding of safeguarding children, as well as how she supports children's learning.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home and checked the childminder's risk assessments and awareness of safety.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has updated her child protection training to support her practice. She is confident to act quickly in the event of a child protection concern. The childminder has also reviewed her procedures and understands how to report information, such as allegations or incidents that have an impact on children's welfare. The childminder has a positive attitude to consistently developing her practice. For example, she sets herself targets and completes monthly reviews to assess her success. Recent training includes a course on food intolerances, which has helped her to understand the impact that food allergies have on children's well- being and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, the childminder supports children's learning and development well. She makes worthwhile observations that show how children make progress, and she follows their interests to help them learn. For instance, she makes effective use of the toys children bring from home to engage their attention and extend their learning. She gets down to the children's level and joins in with their play with enthusiasm to promote their enjoyment and motivation to learn. Children engage well and become absorbed in activities, such as imaginative play with craft resources and dressing up. The childminder supports the youngest children to enjoy picture books and older children to learn letters to support their introduction to reading.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form close bonds with the childminder and enjoy lots of cuddles and close contact as they play. The childminder shows a good appreciation of children's care routines. Children feel secure as they settle quickly for a nap, reassured by the childminder that she will be there to see them when they wake. Children are helped to play in ways that are safe for themselves and others. The childminder risk assesses her home well and knows how to keep children safe. For example, she has made the garden area out of bounds until it is made safe from wind damage. The childminder promotes a healthy lifestyle. She works with parents to provide healthy snacks and meals for children. They have opportunities to exercise in the fresh air. For example, the childminder takes younger children on outings and walks with the older children from school each day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in their learning given their starting points. They develop curiosity and enjoy exploring resources and doing craft activities. Babies and toddlers show a fascination for turning the pages of books and older children enjoy reading for pleasure. Children have opportunities to count and compare sizes during activities. Children gain the skills needed to help prepare them for their next stage in learning and eventual preparation for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495937 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 1037239 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Thornton Heath, in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminder works Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 7.30pm throughout the year, apart from family holidays and bank holidays.

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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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