Childminder EY428274

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 May 2018 3 November 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 uses an effective system for tracking children's learning and development. She plans suitable activities to build on children's learning in every area.  The childminder promotes children's thinking skills carefully. She uses challenging questions to make them think about what they are looking at and with what they are playing.  The childminder develops strong, respectful and open partnerships with other providers, to be able to support children's development fully, including those who have special educational needs.  Children listen attentively and respond to the childminder's explanations and instructions. For example, they tidy away their toys when asked.  Children develop their physical skills regularly and enjoy being energetic in the childminder's large garden.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder misses the opportunity at the beginning of care to collect detailed information from parents about what their children can do and already know, to inform their initial assessment when children first start  The childminder does not continually build on her knowledge to improve the quality of teaching even further.

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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

 obtain further information from parents about what their child already knows and can do when they first join, to support planning from the outset  seek wider training opportunities to raise skills and knowledge to an even higher level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including records of attendance, the safeguarding policy and children's learning records.  The inspector looked at areas, toys and equipment used for childminding purposes.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her daily routines, teaching and care practices.  The inspector took account of parents' written feedback and spoke with the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the interactions between children and the childminder during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of the signs that may indicate if a child is at risk of harm. She knows the correct procedures to follow if she needs to report any concerns. The childminder forms successful partnerships with parents and ensures they know how their child is progressing, for example, by providing them with accurate reports. Parents' written views are very complimentary about the childminder and the care she provides the children. The childminder uses their feedback to improve continuously the service she offers. The childminder takes appropriate steps to minimise potential hazards and encourages children to learn safe behaviours, such as looking where they are going when they run around the garden.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows every child's individual interests and abilities. She plans activities and experiences that build on these interests. For example, she takes children on the train to the local town as she knows that they enjoy playing with trains and carriages. The childminder uses enjoyable games to help children increase their counting skills. For example, they take turns to count to 10 when playing hide and seek. The childminder skilfully models the correct use of language during conversations with the children. She introduces new words, such as 'wigwam', and gently corrects words that are mispronounced.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder develops a close and trusting relationship with children from the start of care. She supports children to become independent and their self-care skills are developing well. The childminder uses praise and encouragement as they put on their own wellington boots. The childminder promotes good hygiene practices, such as ensuring children wash their hands and drink plenty of water. The children start unprompted chats with each other about different types of vehicles, such as ambulances and cars. They also describe how to use the seatbelt and correctly explain how to 'click it together every time they go in the car'.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy a range of activities across all areas of learning. They develop confidence and the security to explore their surroundings, and are fascinated by the bluebells they find growing in the garden. Children form close bonds with each other and are happy to wait their turn. Children keenly look at books and are able to vocalise the sounds of some letters. For example, they say the 'h' sound for hand. Children talk about what they are creating using a choice of materials and coloured pencils. For example, they decorate animal masks with patterns and shapes. Children develop the skills to prepare them for the next stages in their learning, including their move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY428274 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 1131337 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 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 3 November 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Petts Wood, in the London Borough of Bromley. She cares for children from 8am to 6.30pm on Monday to Friday, all year round, except for time off for 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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