Childminder in Sutton

Inspection date 22 January 2019 Previous inspection date 24 August 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 The childminder evaluates and monitors the quality of her practice and provision well. She obtains the views of parents and children to help her identify areas for development and improve outcomes for children. n The childminder successfully supports children to listen and speak. She gives them time to explore, think and express their ideas. For instance, she asks children questions and repeat words for children to hear the pronunciation clearly. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder gathers vital information from parents when children start, and she uses this effectively to help children to settle and to support their development. She provides good consistency for children. n The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She monitors their learning well and plans with accuracy to target their development and address any emerging gaps in their learning with parents' support. Children make good progress

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This provision is good

from their starting points. n The childminder interacts very well with the children and strongly promotes their emotional well-being. New children settle well and quickly become confident and assured in her care. The childminder uses praise well to help develop their self-esteem. Children's behaviour is good. n The childminder provides regular opportunities for children to enjoy outdoor play and widen their experiences of the natural world. She encourages children to lead healthy lifestyles. n At times, the childminder does not identify opportunities to help children understand the different sounds they make and hear, such as loud, quiet, soft and silent, to help extend their learning. n The childminder occasionally misses opportunities to help children extend their creative and sensory ability and enhance their awareness of different textures.

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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 use opportunities as they arise to extend children's understanding of the sounds they make and those they hear in the environment around them n provide more opportunities to encourage children to develop their awareness of different textures to support their sensory learning further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the childminder's interactions with children. n The inspector discussed and evaluated the activities provided with the childminder and the benefits to children's learning. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including children's records and the suitability of persons living in the home. n The inspector and the childminder had a tour of the areas of the house and garden used by children.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of her role in helping to protect children from possible harm. She has the relevant procedures to follow should she have concerns about their safety. The childminder ensures that her knowledge is up to date and in line with current guidelines and legislation. For example, she attends childminding forums. The childminder works closely with other local childminders, which enables her to share ideas and gain further knowledge. The childminder monitors and tracks children's development effectively. She has a good knowledge of their current stage of learning and interests. The childminder shares these with parents, and asks for information about children's learning at home. This helps to provide consistent ongoing assessment of children's learning and development. Children achieve good outcomes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts very well with the children and supports them to develop good levels of confidence during their play. For example, children are not afraid to try out new things and have a go. The childminder is a good role model, and she praises and motivates children as they play, which helps to encourage children's engagement and exploration. She skilfully follows children's interests and overall provides good extension to their play. For example, children enjoy playing with dolls and blankets. The childminder promotes children's early reading and writing skills well. For instance, she provides interesting opportunities to encourage children to make marks. She counts with the children and talks about the different colours of the items they are playing with. The childminder sings songs with the children as they join in with the actions, jumping and hopping about.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder meets children's emotional needs well. She has a good understanding of their interests and routines at home, which helps children to feel safe and secure. Children behave well and as expected for their age. The childminder sensitively supports children to be kind, share and take turns. She skilfully explains why they should share with their friends and praises them enthusiastically when they do. The childminder encourages children to be independent, for example children in the process of being potty trained are supported well to manage their self-care needs. She helps children to develop healthy lifestyles and habits. For example, they wash their hands before eating and feed themselves at mealtimes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children have made good progress from their starting points and are developing well in preparation for their next stage in learning and eventually school. They are quick to engage in activities and concentrate well. Children enjoy exploring books and often sit with the childminder to read their favourite stories. They listen intently and point to pictures when asked. This helps to prepare their early reading and literacy skills. Children are well motivated and enthusiastic to join in activities. They are very competent, happy and self-assured.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY270279 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10066310 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 24 August 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Sutton, Surrey. She works from 7.30am until 5.30pm from Monday to Friday all year round, except bank holidays. The childminder has a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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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