Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection date 17 April 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

n The childminder has an exceptional approach to children's care and teaching. Children are extremely well settled and content in her care. They benefit greatly from spending time with her. n Parents provide wonderful feedback about the childminder and hold her in high regard. They speak about the excellence of her care and appreciate the detailed and sharply focused reports describing children's progress. n The childminder works exceptionally well in partnership with other settings and professionals involved with children. She shares information superbly well, creating a secure network of care and support around children and their families. n The childminder's frequent and comprehensive observations give her a clear insight into children's developmental stages, and enable her to identify suitable next steps in development. Any gaps in children's learning are identified effectively and rapidly acted

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This provision is outstanding

upon. This ensures that children's excellent progress stays on track. n The childminder is a positive role model and has high expectations of herself and of children. She understands the importance of her role in their development, and takes this responsibility seriously. Children are busy and independent learners. They demonstrate very high levels of confidence in their play and their interactions with others. n The intuitive childminder reflects keenly on her practice. She identifies areas for improvement and undertakes training to target and further enhance the already excellent outcomes for children. Children are all making rapid progress.

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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 continue to extend even further children's impressive knowledge of mathematical language during activities.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed activities while children played in the indoor and outdoor play areas. She discussed teaching methods with the childminder. n The inspector looked at a selection of children's development records and planning, policies and procedures and a range of other documentation. n The inspector spoke to parents to discuss their views of the provision and assessed their written feedback. n The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living in the home. n The inspector looked at the childminder's range of play and learning resources and equipment, and observed the suitability of the premises. n The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder's dedication and reflective practice drives the excellent care and teaching that children receive. Superb partnership working with parents, other settings and schools elevates the comprehensive network of support that children are given to an exceptional level. The childminder regularly seeks feedback from parents and children. She is proactive in using this to reflect on ways that she can further develop the already excellent opportunities for children. The childminder has recently undertaken training to enhance her already exemplary understanding of how children learn through play. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has robust procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare, and can express this with confidence.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The quality of teaching is exceptional. The childminder uses her observations and assessments to expertly shape children's learning experiences. She recognises that children have different learning styles and plans for their individuality. The childminder plans a wide variety of practical experiences, such as visits to the museum, fire station and farm. She makes full use of these to help children make connections during their play and to expertly support different areas of learning, including mathematics. The childminder supports young bilingual children in their development of early speech, using singing and actions. Children are thrilled when the childminder sings simple, repetitive songs with them, saying some words in both languages. Children are given plenty of time to think and respond when the childminder extends their learning with skillful and thought-provoking questions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

Children form extremely strong attachments to the childminder, who is acutely attuned and nurturing to their needs. The well-being of babies and young children is exceptionally well supported. They are provided with settling-in sessions that meet their individual needs, and support their self-esteem and belonging. The childminder is respectful to children, giving them her full attention, thus demonstrating that they are highly valued. The childminder skillfully uses mealtimes to extend children's understanding about the food they eat. This helps children to choose food that is good for them. Children receive plenty of praise and encouragement which helps to build their confidence. They take part in activities about festivals from different cultures which supports their understanding about each other's similarities and differences.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children develop impressive skills that thoroughly support their future learning in readiness for the move to pre-school and school. They take assured ownership of their environment and make independent choices in their play. They are physically active and gain extensive climbing and balancing skills at playgroups. Children convincingly gain in confidence socially. For example, they enjoy frequent and varied interactions with other children and adults at groups and play dates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536859 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10089787 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the London Borough of Lambeth. She offers her service from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays. The childminder also works at weekends on an ad-hoc basis. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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