Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date 1 April 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 Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder gathers keywords for children learning English as an additional language to help them make even better progress and catch up quickly with children of similar ages whose first language is English. For example, children use 'now and next' cards with a picture which are in different languages. n The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She works with them closely and keeps them well informed. For instance, parents appreciate the daily updates and next steps. They comment on how this enables them to work on the same things at home. n The childminder provides a wide range of experiences that promote an understanding of the community and emotional well-being. Children are extremely confident in sharing their feelings and reflecting on their differences. For instance, the childminder creates opportunities for children to describe how they feel during circle time. n The childminder places a strong focus on promoting children's communication and

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This provision is good

language skills. She uses the information gained from her observations and assessments to identify the next steps in children's learning. n The childminder minimises risks. Children learn about keeping themselves safe. This is evident when they independently put on their high-visibility jackets before they go on walks. n Children thrive in the welcoming and highly stimulating environment, both inside and outside. The childminder organises the setting in such a way to encourage children to be curious. This supports their learning and development extremely well. n Although the childminder gathers feedback from parents, she does not evaluate this to help identify strengths and weaknesses in the provision and drive continuous improvements forward.

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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 review parental feedback more thoroughly to gain a broader understanding of how to improve the provision to the highest level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder during her interactions with the children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of persons working with children. The inspector also discussed with the childminder how she reflects on practice. n The inspector had a tour of the premises. She observed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector considered the views of children and parents spoken to on the day.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to follow if she has concerns about the welfare of children under her care. Safeguarding is effective. She carefully monitors the progress children make and is quick to identify any gaps in their learning. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant, whose knowledge and training is kept up to date, such as in paediatric first aid. This supports them to care for children safely. As part of her professional development, the childminder extends her skills, following on from her training. She shares her learning with parents and other professionals. For example, she adapts the outdoor learning space to support the different learning styles children may have.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wealth of learning experiences that encourage children to be motivated and independent learners. For instance, children concentrate for long periods of time as they work together to build a train track. The childminder encourages children through skilful questioning to work things out for themselves. Children extend their play as they discuss how to fix the bridge using hammers and various tools. The childminder has high expectations of all children and supports them to develop good communication and language skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children's physical well-being is excellent. They are extremely enthusiastic during outdoor play. Older children use their imaginations to plan journeys to the market on their bicycles. They skilfully manoeuvre their shopping trolleys around the garden as they purchase strawberries and yoghurts. Young children are motivated to face challenges, such as balancing on assault courses. They independently climb across crates and tyres. The childminder uses impressive methods to teach children the routines and provides endless opportunities for them to learn about being responsible and caring towards one another. This enables children to be emotionally well prepared for the next stage in their learning. She skilfully reminds children so that they know what is happening next and can finish their play. The childminder is an exceptional role model who supports children to behave well. For example, young children know when the sand timer has finished it is

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

the next person's turn with the tool. Children relish the opportunity to discuss and choose the fruit they would like from a wide selection. This is evident when young children skilfully peel oranges and cut their own fruit with the knife.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children benefit from well-planned opportunities to develop early literacy skills. They learn to listen and respect the feelings of others, share and take turns, for instance when they make choices about what books to read and what will happen next in the routine using the visual time table. All children make good progress in their learning, including those in receipt of additional funding. Young children develop early mathematical skills. This is evident when they count and name shapes as they play with the dough. This helps give children a secure foundation for later learning in school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540463 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10080011 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 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Thamesmead in the London Borough of Greenwich. She provides care from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She provides funded places for two- and three-year- old children.

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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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