Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date 14 January 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 The childminder cares passionately about the children in her care. They thrive on the love and attention they receive. n Children make very good progress in their language and communication. The childminder places a high priority on developing their understanding and early talking. This is helped, for example, with the childminder's clear explanations and her skills at asking children questions that require their response. n The childminder effectively monitors children's progress. She plans many activities well using everyday resources, such as dough and ingredients to make pizza, to support children's learning in all areas. n The children are very safe. The childminder rigorously checks her home for hazards and has good procedures for outings. Children also learn how to safely use tools, such as knives, when cutting their food. n The childminder develops strong relationships with parents, which help to support

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This provision is good

continuity of care and learning. n The childminder does not take every opportunity to develop children's understanding of early mathematics, such as identifying simple shapes and patterns during play. n The childminder lacks some resources and activities that help children learn more about the natural world.

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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 extend children's early mathematical awareness, such as identifying different shapes and sizes in their everyday activities n extend the available resources and activities that support children's learning of the natural world.

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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 indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant document and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection and took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of any child protection concerns. She knows the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and ensures information, such as contact numbers, is correct. The childminder works collaboratively with others, which enhances the consistency in children's development. For example, when completing a progress check she also makes contact with the health visitor to gain their views. Parents also comment on the high standard of the childminder's commitment to her work. The childminder uses her links with other childminders and her local authority to support her on-going evaluation of her service. For example, as a result of training and discussion, she revised her methods of observing and assessing children's progress. This is now more efficient and has been well-received by parents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder instinctively knows how she can help children to learn. The quality of her teaching is good and sometimes better than good. She plays alongside children and follows their interests, seizing opportunities to extend their learning. For instance, as children show an interest in using small tools, the childminder suggests an activity, using safety knives, to cut and slice fruit and vegetables. Children persevere well and take pride in their achievements. The childminder also takes the opportunity to extend learning. For instance, she discusses colours and encourages children to taste and comment on unusual types of food, such as beetroot, kiwi and parsley. This broadens children's language and appreciation of new experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy spending time in the childminder's garden. They learn skills, such as zipping up their coats before going out, and how to manoeuvre small bicycles on the patio. The childminder also organises interesting play experiences such as outings to play centres where children socialise, taking part in group activities. They learn to share toys and recognise the needs of others. The childminder is kind and gentle. She encourages children's good manners and raises their awareness of being helpful and behaving well. For example, children willingly stop to tidy up before starting a new activity. Children have good opportunities to develop their understanding of healthy lifestyles. For instance, they have regular active play and rest times, they practise good hygiene routines and eat nutritious meals.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They are developing the key skills needed for their next stage in learning and their eventual move on to school. Children are confident and independent and display good social skills. Toddlers quickly acquire mobility and fine motor skills holding resources, such as large crayons and chalks. Children communicate well and confidently sing songs. They also recognise numbers and learn to count during activities, such as going up and down stairs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY541592 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10089657 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 - 6 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Orpington. She operates from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday throughout the year, apart from family holidays.

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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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