Childminder EY540945

Inspection date 12 March 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 provides a welcoming, clean and friendly environment where children feel secure. For instance, babies are settling well. The childminder gives them lots of cuddles and attention, which helps the children to develop strong attachments with her. n Parents speak positively about the care the childminder provides. The childminder makes every effort to share information with parents. Their seamless, joined-up approach helps to maintain consistency in children's learning. n The childminder recognises when children are ready for rest and sleep. She effectively supports children's emotional well-being. n Children make good progress in their early reading, communication and language development. n The childminder effectively encourages children's good health and physical development. Children enjoy nutritious snacks and daily fresh air and exercise. n On occasions, the childminder misses opportunities to allow children enough time for

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This provision is good

their own independent play. n The childminder does not consistently use children's assessment information to precisely target the next steps in their learning. n The childminder does not plan as effectively as possible to support children who prefer to learn outdoors.

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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 increase opportunities for children to engage in independent play n use assessment information consistently to target the next steps in children's learning and further accelerate their progress n provide more varied experiences for children who prefer learning outdoors to promote their progress more effectively.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning and development. n The inspector jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder. The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at monitoring records, planning documents, risk assessments and evidence of suitability. She checked a range of other documents, including policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents. The inspector had a tour of the premises and the areas used to care for children.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is vigilant about children's safety. She completes risk assessments to ensure the environment is safe. The childminder has installed safety equipment to prevent children from being harmed. She knows the procedures to follow and the professionals to contact if she has concerns about children's welfare. The childminder has completed relevant training. This helps to ensure she has up-to-date information to support her effective practice. The childminder regularly reflects on her provision to identify areas for improvement. She has used feedback from parents and other providers to improve the indoor play provision. For instance, the childminder has completely refurbished the main play area. Children enjoy learning in this new space. They are more absorbed in their learning and play more imaginatively with the new toys and equipment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is ambitious for children. She works hard to deliver carefully planned play activities suitable for the children's ages and stages of development. She sets clear boundaries and has consistent routines. The childminder monitors children's development and provides suitable support to improve their language and communication skills. For example, the childminder reads stories to children with enthusiasm. She helps to promote children's attentiveness and inclusion. She provides activities in English and children's home languages. This helps children to be included and well supported so that they make good progress from their starting points.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works effectively with parents to ensure children settle and behave well when they first attend her setting. For example, she gathers detailed evidence about children's needs and successes. Parents stay to help with settling in. This helps children to feel secure as they become familiar with routines. Parents receive regular updates and this helps them to support their children's learning at home. Children have good opportunities for fresh air and exercise. They learn about the wider world and their community. For instance, the childminder makes good use of services such as playgroups and the park. Children are developing their understanding of healthy lifestyles. The childminder routinely reminds children about the importance of washing their hands after toilet visits activities, and before meals.

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Outcomes for children are good

The youngest children are developing their good independence and self-care skills. They practise feeding themselves and help themselves to their drinks and snacks. Children learn about cause and effect. They select the correct buttons on the electronic toys to make them play songs and nursery rhymes. They learn how to problem solve when they work out where to put the shapes in the posting box. Children are developing the skills they need to move on to the next stage of their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540945 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10079893 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the London Borough of Croydon. She works all year round, from 8am to 7.30pm on Monday to Friday. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification.

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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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