Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date 5 November 2018 Previous inspection date 4 February 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 Children develop very close relationships with the childminder. She is sensitive, caring and provides a nurturing and homely environment. Children develop high levels of confidence and strong emotional security. n Children enjoy making choices and exploring the good range of age-appropriate toys and resources. They are motivated learners and show a positive approach to new experiences. n The childminder has an effective system for observing and assessing children's progress. She knows children very well and meets their individual needs effectively to support their good progress. n The childminder makes good use of outings to places in the local community to help develop children's good social skills and understanding of the world. n The childminder shows a strong commitment to keeping her knowledge and skills up to date. She regularly uses networking with other childminding colleagues. This helps her

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The provision is good

to reflect on her practice and identify any future areas for improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not make the best use of opportunities to help children to develop independence in their self-care skills. n The childminder does not fully maximise all methods for gaining parents' views about children's ongoing learning and provide consistent information about how they can support children's learning at home.

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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 provide children with increased opportunities to gain independence and carry out self-care skills for themselves n enhance opportunities for parents to share information about what children are learning at home, and provide them with consistent information about how to support children's learning at home.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children throughout the inspection at appropriate times. n The inspector looked at children's learning records, evidence of the childminder's suitability and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of parents' written views of the setting. n The inspector completed an evaluation of teaching with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder continually reflects on her practice and identifies areas that she would like to develop even further. For example, her professional development is often focused on understanding how children learn and develop, and she is committed to using this knowledge to continue to improve her already strong teaching skills. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe and knows how to make referrals if she has any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder carries out detailed risk assessments to minimise hazards for children in her home and on outings. Parents' written testimonies show that they appreciate the childminder's nurturing and caring nature, and the wide variety of experiences she plans for children to enjoy and learn.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is extremely experienced and plans a good variety of stimulating and challenging activities for children. She carefully observes their progress and identifies appropriate next steps to help them move towards the next stage in their learning. The planning of activities successfully relates to the interests and unique learning styles of children. For example, children delight in counting cars and identifying numbers when playing with a home-made garage, to reinforce their knowledge of colours and numbers. They show high levels of concentration, sustaining their interest for long periods. The childminder is particularly skilled at encouraging children to explore their own ideas and develop their thinking skills. For example, they confidently talk about their recent experience of seeing fireworks, as they colour and draw firework pictures.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very warm and welcoming. She is a good role model and effectively helps children to learn about appropriate behaviour. For example, she gives children gentle reminders about boundaries as they play. Children have a very positive attitude to being physically active and playing outdoors. This contributes to promoting their good understanding of a healthy lifestyle. Children have good opportunities to learn about other people and cultures. They are supported well to develop an appreciation of similarities and a respect for each other's differences.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are active and inquisitive learners. They are eager to join in activities, self- assured and develop confidence in their abilities. Children have good listening skills and are confident communicators. They enjoy exploring books and playing in the home corner, showing good knowledge about different animals and types of food. Children gain the essential skills to prepare them well for the next stage in their learning, including nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY236127 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10060761 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 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 4 February 2015

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The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder works from 7.30am until 6pm from Monday to Thursday, during term time only.

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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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