Childminder EY500403

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 July 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 Good 2

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This provision is good

 Partnerships with parents and schools are strong. The childminder provides good support and makes links to children's experiences at home.  The childminder provides an effective balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Children have lots of opportunities to lead in their own play and learning.  The childminder is a good role model. Children's behaviour is good. They use good manners. Children are polite and friendly. They understand what is expected of them, respond to clear boundaries and a positive atmosphere.  Children engage in a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities with friends from diverse backgrounds. This supports their social interactions and physical development effectively.  The childminder ensures that the curriculum provides a broad range of interesting and demanding experiences that help children make good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use assessments of children's progress as well as she could, to target more precisely the next steps for children and share these with parents.  The childminder does not focus her professional development effectively enough to help her to raise the quality of teaching to the highest 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

 focus professional development more effectively to enhance practice and raise the already good-quality learning experiences for all children to the best possible level  build on the systems to identify and assess children's next steps more precisely, to keep parents informed and help children make even better progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children engaged in activities and the childminder's interaction with them.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times and carried out a joint observation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback.  The inspector looked at documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household and held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector looked at areas of the premises used for childminding.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has developed strong partnerships with parents and other agencies involved in the children's lives. This helps to provide good continuity for children's care and development. She monitors children's progress and uses her assessments to plan for children's learning and development. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements policies and procedures to keep children safe. She has a good understanding and knows how to report any concerns if she has any concerns a child may be at risk from harm. The childminder actively promotes equality, diversity and British values. For example, children are encouraged to share their cultural experiences and take part in activities to mark different religious and cultural events throughout the year.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides children with a well-resourced play environment, inside and outside, that enables them to have easy access to a range of toys and equipment. Children engage in a wide range of adult-led and child-initiated activities, which encourage them to develop their language and communication skills. The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. Children learn mathematical concepts and develop their understanding of the world in an effective way. For example, the childminder encourages children to learn about countries in the world using puzzles. Children are enthusiastic and motivated to learn. They enjoy creative drawing and playing games together. The childminder interacts well with children and the children make good progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages children to develop their social skills and to be sensitive to the needs of others. She provides many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills and abilities. For example, they regularly spend time in parks, gyms and the splash park. Children are extremely well behaved. They are happy and settled. They are encouraged to be involved in making decisions about their play and activities during the day. This helps children to build their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder is a positive role model, supporting children's needs. For instance, she praises their individual achievements and efforts. The childminder helps children to develop a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating and physical exercise all year round.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development and show a keen interest in learning. This prepares them well for their future learning, and eventual move on to school. They experience varied and interesting activities, which develop their literacy, mathematical and creative skills. Children respect the needs and experiences of others, share and take turns. They competently communicate with their peers and the childminder as they share stories and events that take place throughout the day.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500403 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 1055699 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Sidcup, located in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder operates her service Monday to Friday, all year round, including school drop-off and collection.

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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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