Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date 16 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 makes regular observations and assessments of children's learning. She plans appropriate next steps so they make progress in their development. n Children are happy and have warm, caring relationships with the childminder. The childminder is a positive role model for the children. She is extremely responsive, sensitive and respectful, which helps to promote children's self-esteem and emotional well-being extremely well. n The childminder checks her home and garden daily to help minimise any possible hazards and risks to children. Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. n The childminder shows a strong commitment to ongoing professional development. She has been proactive in identifying and accessing regular training opportunities to improve her knowledge and understanding. n The childminder carefully considers ways to continuously develop the quality of her practice. She acts on feedback from parents and makes positive changes to her

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This provision is good

practice and provision. n The childminder asks questions in quick succession and does not provide children with enough time to process their thoughts and answer her questions. n The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to extend children's mathematical skills so they count more, recognise numerals and compare and solve simple number problems.

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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 the time they need to process their thoughts and formulate a response to questions n extend children's understanding of mathematical concepts to increase their growing problem-solving skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector looked at the areas of the home used by children and the resources available to them. n The inspector observed the activities and evaluated the quality of teaching and children's learning with the childminder. She spoke with the childminder and children during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documents, including some policies and procedures, training information and children's records. n The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder and the suitability of other household members. n The inspector took into account the views of parents through written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of her safeguarding responsibilities. She knows the action to take in the event of a safeguarding concern. She encourages children to develop an understanding of how to keep themselves safe. For example, children participate in role-play activities, including using toy ovens. The childminder talks to children about the dangers of real ovens and encourages them to understand the hazards. The childminder monitors the progress children make to help her address any gaps in children's learning. She shares this with parents to keep them informed about their child's achievements. The childminder has effective working relationships with schools and other early years professionals. This helps to provide a consistent approach to children's learning needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children actively engage in all activities on offer. They demonstrate good levels of perseverance and find out what things can do. For example, children show an interest in cause-and-effect toys and how to operate simple equipment. Children enjoy sensory experience as they explore dried oats using their hands and fingers. The childminder enthusiastically plays alongside children to guide, stretch and extend their play. For example, she supports children to describe texture and helps them to find out what happens when water is added. The childminder skilfully models pretend play and helps children to act out role-play scenarios as they pretend to make porridge. Children's physical skills are developing well. For example, they show good hand-to-eye coordination as they use the tap outside to fill the watering can to water the herbs and vegetables they have planted. Children develop an interest in books. They look at them

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

independently and listen attentively to stories read to them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle well in the setting. The childminder gathers detailed information from parents when children first start at the setting. This helps her to understand what children know and can already do. The childminder praises children's achievements and encourages them to join in with activities. Children behave well. The childminder provides children with opportunities to develop their social skills. She takes them on outings and to toddler groups where they can socialise with other children. The childminder provides children with nutritious snacks and meals and ensures that they have regular opportunities to play outside. Children learn about road safety and know and recognise the signs for when it is safe to cross the road. Children are encouraged to put on their shoes and coats and manage their own personal care routines.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They enjoy helping with routine tasks and can follow simple instructions. Children join in with songs and excitedly demonstrate the actions. They confidentially explore the well-resourced environments, selecting resources and leading their own play. Children play harmoniously together. They use good manners and show care and concern for others. Children gain the skills they need for their future learning and moving on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539791 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10091551 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 0 - 3 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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