Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 March 2018 21 November 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 prioritises children's emotional and physical well-being. She is nurturing and kind. Children develop good levels of self-esteem and confidence.  The childminder carefully supervises the children at all times. She sets daily routines that the children know well and uses procedures to help ensure their safety.  Children have very good opportunities to learn new words and to communicate. The childminder consistently encourages conversation, good listening and attention.  The childminder provides a good range of interesting activities throughout each day. Children are motivated, eager to learn and make good progress.  The childminder makes very good use of additional learning opportunities in the surrounding area, including trips to the park to feed the ducks. Children learn about the wider community in which they live.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not give children enough time or encourage them to fully explore and investigate their ideas to help maximise their learning.  The childminder does not use her observations and assessments of children's learning to plan precisely for their next steps in learning to help ensure that they make the best possible 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

 encourage children to explore and investigate independently during activities to extend their good progress  use observations and assessments to plan children's next steps precisely to help them all make the best possible progress in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas in the home used for childminding.  The inspector observed the children playing and the childminder's interaction with them.  The inspector and the childminder discussed the effectiveness of an activity together.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her practice at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector sampled documentation, including the children's diary records, the suitability checks and qualifications of the childminder, and the safeguarding policy.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The experienced childminder demonstrates dedication and a good knowledge of her role. She reflects on her practice and is keen to update her skills and knowledge further. She meets with other childminders and attends several drop-in groups to discuss current ideas that benefit children. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder completes regular safeguarding training. This helps to ensure she has the most up-to-date knowledge of the procedures to protect children's welfare. The childminder is continually mindful of the different ages and needs of the children. Children enjoy stories and learn early literacy skills when they look at good-quality books appropriate to their age. For example, babies feel the textures of puppets in their books and find hidden pictures under the flaps.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands how children learn through play. She plans activities based on children's interests. Learning is enjoyable, and children are excited to join in with activities led by the childminder and those they choose for themselves. The childminder guides and supports children's learning well as they play. For example, she encourages the children to count the blocks as they build a tower together. They excitedly knock it down and rebuild several times. The childminder values parents' shared role in their children's learning. For example, she finds out as much as possible about the children before they start, to help her follow their likes and extend learning from the beginning. She shares daily observations and photographs of their children's activities with parents.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is calm and caring. Children settle easily and form a close bond with her. They respond well to her affectionate manner, going to her for reassurance and cuddles. She helps them to recognise their feelings and needs, such as when they need a drink or sleep. She responds quickly to support them. She gently reminds them of her expectations and guides their behaviour well with consistent praise when they behave appropriately or succeed in a task. Children behave well. The childminder helps children learn about healthy lifestyles. For example, they play a healthy food shopping game and talk about good food as they match the puzzle pieces. The childminder encourages children to be active, indoors and outdoors. Children develop control of their bodies as they move and jump enthusiastically to action songs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children work comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. They are curious and want to explore learning. They understand and follow routines well. Children learn good skills in preparation for their next stage of learning and for school. For example, they share the balance tricycle, take turns and cooperate with each other. Children hold pencils to write and enjoy counting.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316790 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 1070730 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in the London Borough of Lambeth. She is open from 7am to 5pm from Monday to Friday all year round.

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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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