Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 February 2018 13 February 2014

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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 observations of children's play. She uses these to make precise assessments of where children are in their learning and development. The childminder provides clearly planned, adult-led activities and purposeful play opportunities. Children make good progress from their starting points.  Children have developed a strong relationship with the childminder. She is very aware of their unique needs and children are well cared for. Children settle quickly and feel secure in her home.  The childminder arranges the environment so that children can make choices in their play. She provides a stimulating range of resources to help children explore, create and use their imagination.  The childminder establishes strong links with other settings that children attend. She shares regular updates with teachers about children's progress. This helps to promote continuity of learning opportunities for children who are cared for by more than one

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently provide a wide range of opportunities to help children develop their writing skills.  The childminder's professional development is not yet specifically focused on raising the quality of her teaching to an outstanding level.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to independently write for a purpose and further develop their writing skills  build on plans for professional development to precisely identify ways to help raise the quality of teaching to an outstanding level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder uses self-evaluation well, overall, to give her an accurate overview of the service she provides. Action plans are in place to address areas for improvement, such as further enhancing provision in the garden. She seeks and values the opinions of parents and children. This helps her to prioritise areas for development and improve outcomes for children. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is clear about her role and responsibility to keep children safe. She is knowledgeable about how to report child protection concerns. The childminder continually monitors the safety of her home. She completes ongoing risk assessments and checks. Children play and learn in a safe space. Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder shares daily updates with parents relating to children's experiences and routines, promoting continuity of care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans various topics and carefully introduces activities that link to these and extend children's learning. For example, children have recently been learning about what makes people unique. The childminder provides everyday objects for the children to explore. For instance, younger children enjoy touching the objects collected in a bag and exploring the different textures. They bang a brush and spoon together and show delight when they realise it makes a noise. They repeat this newly learnt skill. Older children begin to understand what different objects are used for. This stimulates lots of discussion and the childminder skilfully introduces new vocabulary. The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their mathematical understanding and skills. For example, when children pretend to be shopkeepers, she encourages them to handle money, count items in the basket, develop a story and use their imagination.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a very good role model for children. She praises their kindness and teaches them to share, take turns and play together. As a result, children behave well. They learn to respect and value each other from a young age. Children have good opportunities to socialise and make friends. They go on regular visits and trips in the local community, where they join in various group activities with other children. There is plenty of opportunity for children to have fresh air and exercise, either in the childminder's garden or at the local park. Children learn to take care of their environment. For example, they tidy up together, working as a team. The childminder provides healthy home-cooked food for the children, supporting them to make healthy choices.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are working comfortably within the typical expectations for their ages. Children are confident talkers. They take part in meaningful conversations with the childminder and their friends during routines and play. In addition, they develop good social skills as they mix with children at different groups. Children learn skills that help them to become ready for school, such as dressing independently for outdoor play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462643 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 1069302 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 February 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in South East London and operates Monday to Thursday, all year round, between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

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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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