Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date 25 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's interactions with children are extremely positive. The childminder is very good at supporting and challenging children's learning. Children evidently enjoy their time with her and make good progress in relation to their starting points. n The childminder is caring and encouraging. She creates a welcoming and stimulating environment where children have good opportunities to make independent choices about their play. This helps to build children's thinking skills, self-esteem and confidence. n The childminder has good relationships with parents. She regularly exchanges information about their children's development and shares her knowledge and ideas to further enhance their learning. n Children have regular opportunities to access the local community. This is illustrated when they visit local playgroups, parks, shops and other places of interest. This contributes to children's growing knowledge and understanding of the wider world.

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This provision is good

n The childminder is keen to continue to develop her provision. For instance, she attends regular training and keeps her knowledge up to date. This has a positive impact on the experiences she provides for children and helps to ensure good outcomes. n The childminder does not fully use the information she gathers from parents when children start in order to make clear assessments of children's development and to precisely plan for their next steps in learning. n The childminder does not explore all opportunities to share information with other settings that the children also attend to collaboratively plan for their future learning.

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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 complete more comprehensive assessments of what children can already do when they first join the setting to plan more precisely for their learning from the outset n strengthen links with other settings that the children also attend to contribute more collaboratively towards children's future learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's interactions with children and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector discussed the learning and development requirements with the childminder. n The inspector talked to parents and children and considered their views. n The inspector viewed essential documentation, including suitability checks and training certificates. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for caring for children.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder fully understands her role and responsibility to protect children from harm. She keeps up to date with current safeguarding legislation and understands the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder ensures her home is safe and carries out regular risk assessments to help to minimise any hazards for children. The childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn and develop. She ensures she offers a variety of interesting experiences which cover all areas of learning. Parents speak highly of the service she provides. They value and appreciate her dedication, flexibility and the good- quality care she provides for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes learning enjoyable and is effective in engaging children in their play. Children are eager to investigate and learn through trial and error. This is apparent as they experiment with water, sand and paint, learning about different mathematical concepts such as full and empty, colours and quantities. Children's creativity and imagination are also fostered well. Children show this as they enjoy singing songs, playing musical instruments and acting out narratives through role play. The childminder is skilful at exposing children to new language. She demonstrates this when she models speech and communication very well and encourages children to make spontaneous choices and decisions to develop their own ideas.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are valued as unique individuals and the childminder gets to know them well. Children demonstrate that they feel happy and secure in her care. The childminder is very calm and a positive role model for children. She teaches them to be caring, respectful and polite. She works closely with parents to support their children's personal and emotional development and to agree strategies to promote positive behaviour. Children enjoy healthy meals and snacks and learn the importance of regularly drinking water. They also have daily opportunities to be active, enjoy exercise and benefit from fresh air. This contributes to them developing good physical skills and leading healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are inquisitive and active learners. They show independence in their play and develop positive attitudes towards learning. They concentrate and focus for sustained periods and confidently express their intentions and ideas. Children enjoy counting, recognising numbers, reasoning and problem-solving. They make good progress and learn a range of skills that help to prepare them for their next stage of learning, including school when the time comes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539752 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10079991 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 3 - 10 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. She provides care from her home in Thamesmead in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The childminder works from 7am until 7pm on Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder has a level 3 qualification. Her partner is registered as a childminding assistant and can work with her when demand requires this.

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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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Registers

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