Childminder EY244194

Inspection date 13 September 2018 Previous inspection date 12 November 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder has a clear understanding about her role and responsibility and ensures that children can learn in a safe and stimulating environment. She has a very positive and fun attitude which naturally engages children in learning. n Children have a variety of opportunities to learn outdoors. They visit local parks, the nearby woods and use the childminder's garden. This helps children who prefer to learn outdoors to be more engaged in learning and consequently has a positive impact on the progress they make. n The childminder provides a homely environment for children. She provides resources for them that are of interest and suit their ability. Children independently choose and initiate their play. This helps to develop their independence and promotes their self- esteem. n The childminder has effective partnerships with parents and takes their views into account. For example, she implemented procedures to ensure parents are informed

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The provision is good

about what their children do during their stay with her. This helps to support children's learning at home and to provide consistency of care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to help children learn more about healthy lifestyles. n At times, the childminder does not ensure that children are aware of what is expected of them and why.

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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

n offer more consistent support for children to learn about healthy lifestyles n provide clear messages for children about what is expected of them and why, especially during daily routines, using these as learning opportunities.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities and the quality of teaching, indoors and outdoors. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including children's records, policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector held a joint observation with the childminder to evaluate her practice. n The inspector took into account the views of parents, through discussions on the day and written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder puts a lot of emphasis on her professional development. She regularly attends courses to stay informed and networks with other childminders to engage in professional discussions. She implements aspects of training that are relevant and of benefit for the children attending her setting. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of what could affect her suitability, as well as what procedures to follow in the event of an allegation being made against her or any of the household members. The childminder has effective policies and procedures in place to underpin her practice and promote the welfare and safety of the children in her care. She liaises with other settings children attend to help provide continuity in learning. She monitors the progress children make to help identify any gaps and address them in a timely manner.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder teaches children extremely well during play, without them realising that they are learning. She follows children's interests and skilfully leads their learning. The childminder uses her in-depth knowledge of the children, gained from observations and assessments, to help ensure they achieve their next steps in learning. For example, when children choose to play with connecting butterflies, the childminder plays alongside them, demonstrating how it works. Children naturally observe and copy what the childminder is doing to make their own butterfly chain. They demonstrate a high concentration span in relation to their age and demonstrate perseverance. The childminder teaches children about maths and supports their communication skills well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children build very secure and warm relationships with the childminder. She is very fun to be around which draws the children towards her. They are happy and feel safe, seeking the childminder's presence when unsure about strangers. She gets to know children and parents from the start, building effective partnerships where important information is shared to support a smooth settling in. The childminder completes regular risk assessments to help ensure the environments for children are safe. For example, she explains to the children what she is doing when looking to see if the garden is safe to play in. She discusses the risk with them, such as slipping when the artificial grass is wet.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop great social skills, they get to know each other very well and build friendships. They share their ideas during activities and ask their friends questions about what they do. For example, when playing with play dough, children laughed excitedly when they looked at the funny hair they created, talking about the different tools they used. Children become independent as they learn how to put on their shoes, for example. They gain the skills they need in readiness for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY244194 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10061519 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 12 November 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Barnehurst, in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder holds an appropriate level 3 childcare qualification. She is available to work from 7am to 6pm, throughout most of the year.

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Registers

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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