Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 March 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 Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 The childminder sets out her home very well with a varied and incredibly well-organised range of stimulating resources and inspirational activities. She very thoughtfully presents these across her sitting room and garden, maximising the available space and motivating children excellently, to explore and to choose things for themselves.  Children benefit from the childminder's partnerships with others. For example, she organises parties for parent groups in the area as well as training sessions for parents, such as for managing children's behaviour and their transition to school.  Children learn about differences and embrace diversity. For example, they learn simple words in other languages and enjoy English customs, such as enjoying afternoon tea using china cups.  The childminder has effective and comprehensive methods of assessment. She detects any gaps in children's learning and makes plans to close them quickly, working closely

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This provision is good

with parents.  Children develop a good range of skills, which supports their future learning and helps prepare them for school. For example, they express their ideas and effectively manage their healthcare needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently challenge children's thinking to help them learn about how things are made and talk about changes.

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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

 use all opportunities to help children to learn more about how things are made and work.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding. She talked to the children and childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector sampled documentation, including the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, policies and procedures, and children's development records.  The inspector observed the children and childminder engaged in activities. She evaluated the effectiveness of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took account of parents' written views by reading their comments in questionnaires and letters.  The inspector discussed the childminder's plans to develop her practice.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder manages her provision well. She monitors the educational programmes and progress of children effectively. She consistently reflects on her practice and attends courses that help her to improve. For example, her training on working in partnership with parents has helped her develop many methods, including her successful resource folder that involves parents in everything she does. This has a positive impact on the care and education their children receive. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is secure in her understanding of child protection issues. She rigorously updates her policies and knows procedures to ensure that she protects children's good welfare and safety.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children effectively learn while involved in a variety of activities, such as singing, reading and craft play. The childminder is adept at supporting children to be imaginative. For example, children describe the picture they make by holding it up to the light and compare it to shiny puddles. Children learn shapes using resources, such as dough. The childminder actively supports children's physical development. Toddlers gain confidence in moving and children who are less confident in climbing have opportunities to challenge their skills. For instance, they learn how to climb ropes and nets, as well as ladders, to climb to their goal. The childminder carries out regular assessments of children's achievements to ensure that children make good progress in all areas of learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder gets to know the children and their families exceedingly well. She meticulously obtains comprehensive information about each child and their family from the start. This helps to personalise the children's care and eases the settling-in period extremely well. The childminder has given children's health and well-being excellent thought and has embedded support for this into all areas of her practice. For example, the childminder organises activities that give children opportunities to link their experiences, such as visiting the dentist and caring for their teeth. Children choose healthy snacks and enjoy nutritious food at mealtimes. The childminder very skilfully supports children's understanding of how to keep safe, from respected professionals, such as exciting visits to the police and fire stations.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and are ready for school when the time comes. They are curious and keen to participate in activities that support their progress. Children recognise numbers, learn to count and know colours. The childminder effectively supports children's early talking and literacy for older children. For example, she revisits stories in role-play activities and values children's contribution and ideas to extend their understanding. Children are very confident in their healthcare and are able to effectively socialise with other children of different age groups.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493866 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 1033350 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 3 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 2015 and lives in South Croydon, Surrey. The childminder works Monday to Friday, all year round, apart from family 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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