Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection date 12 December 2018 Previous inspection date 14 September 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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This provision is good

n Children make good progress in relation to their starting points. The childminder uses accurate assessments of children's development to monitor and support their learning effectively. n The childminder is a good role model and actively promotes equality and diversity using a wide range of resources. For example, young children engage in imaginative play using a variety of dolls from different cultures in pushchairs and wheelchairs. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents share very positive views about the service that the childminder provides. For instance, parents comment on how well their children have grown in confidence. n The childminder supports children well to understand the importance of healthy eating. For example, young children are able to make healthy choices during snack time and enjoy activities where new types of fruits are introduced. n The childminder uses good systems to track the progress of children. Children are

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This provision is good

working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. The childminder is able to quickly identify gaps in their learning to provide additional support. n The childminder develops good partnerships professionals and with parents. She shares information about their children's welfare, learning and development. The childminder encourages parents to share regular information with her, so children continue to make good progress. For example, she uses a next steps planning sheet to discuss planned next steps with parents. n The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment. Children make choices in their play and become independent learners. They explore natural resources. For instance, they add straw to their imaginative play when they make pretend meals. n The childminder completes mandatory training and has begun to develop her professional plan for future learning.

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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 build on the plans for professional development to enhance the quality of teaching and achieve excellent outcomes for children.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the home used for the childminding. n The inspector took into account the views and comments by parents. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including policies and procedures, and children's developmental records. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector also spoke to the childminder about her professional development and how she evaluates her provision. She also discussed how she works in partnership with other professionals.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She demonstrates a good knowledge of how to respond to signs of abuse. The childminder shares policies and procedures with parents and consistently updates them when there are any changes. She carries out risk assessments in her home and off-site to help ensure children are safe. She evaluates her practice and uses the views of children and parents to develop her service. For example, parents complete a questionnaire after the first few months. The childminder uses this information to develop her setting and support activities and programmes for individual children. The childminder monitors children's progress effectively. She works closely with parents and ensures they are involved in the assessment of their children when they start. This means children experience consistency in their learning and development at

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well and has high expectations for their learning. She introduces simple mathematical vocabulary during songs and rhymes. For example, they count their toes as they sing 'this little piggy' and 'five little ducks'. She plays alongside children and interacts well to extend their learning effectively. Children's communication skills are supported and they demonstrate good levels of concentration and enthusiastically enjoy all the activities available. The childminder talks with children and provides a commentary to describe what they are doing. For example, she sings along with young children as they learn to tap out rhymes with musical instruments.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder cultivates an environment where children's emotional well-being is successfully fostered. She knows children and their families well and encourages children to recall activities and events that take place over the weekend. For example, children sing 'happy birthday' as they recall recent birthday celebrations. Children understand routines and expected behaviour. The childminder is calm and caring and children relate very well to her. Children are consistently encouraged develop skills during daily routines. For example, young children feed themselves during mealtimes. Children learn effectively about keeping themselves safe. For instance, the childminder makes the most of walking in the community, so that children learn about road safety. They explore the wider world and discuss the different types of emergency services and the sounds their vehicles make. The childminder skilfully follows children's lead, so that they are able to rest and

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident, independent and are developing the key skills needed for the next stage in learning and their eventual move on to nursery or school. Children are motivated to explore and have an interest in stories and puzzles. For instance, young children spontaneously get books to read with the childminder and puzzles to complete by themselves. They communicate and manage their feelings well. For example, they express their needs to others when they would like a specific activity or type of music.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY373667 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10064053 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 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 14 September 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in a house in Streatham, in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder offers care each weekday, from Monday to Friday throughout 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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