Childminder EY379971

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 April 2018 7 October 2015

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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 and her assistant are warm, kind and caring. Children are happy and settled in their care. The childminder knows children well and is very sensitive to their individual needs.  The childminder is vigilant in closely supervising children and checks her home thoroughly each day to make sure they can play safely.  Children take part in a wide range of stimulating activities and experiences that they enjoy. They make good progress in their learning from their starting points.  The childminder is proactive in evaluating the provision and achieving further improvements. She consistently monitors and evaluates all aspects of the provision and ensures she is continually up to date with changes in legislation.  The childminder consistently reviews activities and resources to make sure that children benefit from new challenges and experiences.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder assesses children's development but she does not always share precise information with parents to help children to make the best possible progress.  The organisation of some activities is not fully effective in helping younger children understand and learn what is happening next.

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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

 extend parental involvement in their children's learning and share information gained from assessments to provide further continuity in children's learning  strengthen the way everyday opportunities are used to help support younger children to understand routines and what is happening next.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder and discussed the impact on children's learning.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her practice and children's learning and development.  The inspector looked around the home with the childminder and discussed the safety of children.  The inspector sampled paperwork, including children's learning files.  The inspector read parents' questionnaires and took account of their written views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care. She is well organised and conscientious about keeping children safe. The childminder knows how to recognise and report any concerns about a child's welfare. She regularly improves her knowledge and constantly supports and develops her assistant's skills. For instance, she attends training courses and local meetings to enhance her teaching and children's learning experiences. The childminder works effectively in partnership with other professionals to support children's development and enjoyment. Parents are satisfied with the level of care provided.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder tracks the progress of children as individuals and groups, and monitors their progress well. She observes children closely and plans interesting activities that motivate and engage children. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills effectively. For instance, she uses many repetitions of words for children. The childminder interacts with children well. She follows children's interests and gives them plenty of opportunities to explore and learn. For instance, children practise building towers and count the blocks. The childminder supports children's concepts of measurement and amounts well. For example, they talk about 'tall' and 'more'. Older children enjoy challenges, such as threading pictures, and talk about letters and the sounds they represent.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a warm and welcoming environment. She helps children settle quickly and encourages their sense of belonging. Children behave well. The childminder helps children to learn about keeping safe and healthy habits. For example, she encourages children to wash their hands before eating. The childminder provides healthy and nutritious snacks and meals, and helps children learn about healthy eating. She provides plenty of opportunities for children to take part in daily play outdoors. Children enjoy fresh air and exercise, as part of developing their good health and emotional well- being. The childminder encourages children to develop a good understanding about the wider world. She helps children to learn about their own cultures and those of others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and grow in independence. They are respectful of each other. Younger children make choices and eagerly explore their environment. Older children enjoy taking responsibility for simple tasks, such as clearing the floor before taking other items out to play. They develop strong social skills and learn to share and take turns. Children concentrate well and express their ideas as they join in conversations. Children quickly gain the skills they need for their future learning and for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY379971 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 1130237 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 7 October 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Norbury, in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder works with an assistant. She provides childcare on weekdays from 7.30am to 6pm, for most of the year.

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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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