Childminder EY256797

Inspection date 14 March 2019 Previous inspection date 11 May 2016

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder does not work closely enough with parents. She does not gather detailed information about what children already know when they start, to establish accurate starting points to build on their existing learning. n The childminder does not use her observations well enough to share information about children's learning or next steps with parents. She does not provide guidance about how they can support their children's learning at home. n The childminder has not established a programme of continued professional development to enhance her quality of teaching further.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder provides a calm, welcoming and well-organised environment. She fosters children's independence, which provides them with good opportunities to learn. n Parents comment positively about the childminder and are happy with the service she provides. n The childminder further enhances social learning experiences for children, making good use of the local community. They regularly visit toddler groups, music classes and join sponsored walks at the local park. n The childminder is a good role model. She listens well and supports positive behaviour. She shows respect and teaches children to use good manners. Children behave well and receive praise for their achievements.

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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 obtain information when children first begin to attend, to help make accurate assessments of their starting points n share more information about children's development and support parents to continue their children's learning at home n identify and extend opportunities for professional development to raise the quality of teaching and outcomes for children to a higher level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector checked the areas of the home used for childminding and suitability of all adults living in the house. 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 spoke to parents and took account of their written views. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder has completed mandatory training and has links with the local childminding hub to support her practice. She has not completed any further training to support her practice or enhance her teaching skills further. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection issues. She knows how to follow procedures to report any concerns about a child's welfare. She has made improvements to her practice. For example, she has updated risk assessment procedures to ensure the environment is safe and risks are minimised. The childminder seeks the views of parents to help reflect on her practice. She uses self-assessment to identify areas for improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

Partnerships with parents are not fully established. The childminder shares information about their daily care and activities, which supports their emotional well-being. However, she does not discuss children's progress with parents or share their individual next steps effectively. The childminder plans a range of activities to support young children's learning. She demonstrates using shape sorters and provides encouragement as children develop their hand-to-eye coordination to post the shapes. The childminder promotes communication and language skills well. For example, she introduces new words and sounds when children share stories and play with animals, helping young children learn how to say them. Young children play instruments, listen to music and move their bodies. The childminder uses books to support singing and rhymes to extend early literacy skills as children turn pages and point at picture clues. Children clap and copy

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

the childminder as she counts using her fingers. Young children learn about the world around them as they help the childminder feed the chickens in the garden.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, secure and develop strong attachments with the childminder. She nurtures children well and is sensitive to their needs. The childminder promotes children's independence effectively. For example, young children feed themselves, wipe their faces and help tidy toys away after playing. The childminder uses opportunities for children to learn about healthy lifestyles. Children have access to fresh air and exercise daily, developing their physical skills using play equipment in the garden. The childminder provides home-cooked, nutritious meals and uses opportunities to talk about healthy eating during activities and mealtimes.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Children do not make the progress they are capable of due to weaknesses in teaching. Despite this, they acquire some skills to prepare them for the next stage of their learning. Young children are active and encouraged to develop their walking independently. They make good progress in their social and physical skills. Children match cards and identify their favourite characters. They listen well, show good understanding and follow simple instructions. Young children begin to learn to share their toys. Non-verbal children indicate their preferences and make choices.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY256797 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10061925 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 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15 Date of previous inspection 11 May 2016

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The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Beckenham, Kent. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except 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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