Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection date 28 May 2019 Previous inspection date 11 December 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 supports children's communication skills well. For example, she introduces new words and phrases during conversations. Children make good progress in their development from their starting points. n The childminder makes regular observations of children. She has daily discussions with parents to find out what their children enjoy and can do at home. The childminder uses this information well to plan suitably challenging activities that help support children's learning. n The childminder provides a very welcoming and nurturing environment. Children develop strong attachments with the childminder and each other, and show high levels of confidence. n Children behave well. They understand age-appropriate rules, and follow instructions. n Children enjoy freely exploring toys and activities, and like initiating their own learning. n The childminder does not monitor children's progress precisely enough to help her to

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This provision is good

routinely identify any possible gaps in their learning. n On occasions, the childminder misses opportunities for children to develop their independence skills.

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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 check children's progress more closely to provide a sharper focus on identifying any gaps in their learning and development. n extend opportunities for children to manage tasks for themselves, and build on their independence skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's outcomes. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector had a tour of the setting and observed the areas used for childminding. n The inspector reviewed a sample of documentation, including policies, children's records, training certificates and staff suitability records. n The inspector sampled feedback from parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good, secure knowledge about how to protect children from harm, and the procedures to follow if she has any concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder thoroughly risk assesses her home, and teaches children how to keep themselves safe. She has strong partnerships with parents and effectively communicates information regarding children's learning and care. For instance, she discusses children's next steps and provides parents with ideas about how they can support their child's learning at home. She regularly reviews the provision and reflects on her practice to identify areas for further improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans a good range of purposeful learning activities based on children's interests and levels of development. She provides an interesting range of activities and supports older children to tackle new challenges. For instance, she encourages them to practise pedalling the bicycle around the garden. The childminder supports younger children's early writing skills as they make meaningful marks to decorate the mask they make. The childminder supports children's home language throughout her teaching. For example, children count how many times they swing backwards and forwards, in both English and Spanish. The children develop their physical skills as they enjoy working together to throw the ball into the basketball net.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children quickly develop strong bonds with the childminder. They are well cared for in this welcoming and stimulating environment. The childminder is very effective in managing children's behaviour. She is positive, respectful and encouraging. Children are settled and confident, and display a positive approach to learning. Children enjoy nutritious snacks and meals, which endorse their healthy eating practices. The childminder takes children on regular outings to playgroups. Children benefit greatly from opportunities to socialise as part of a larger group and with children of different ages.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well in relation to their starting points, including those who speak English as an additional language. They are motivated to learn. Children are good communicators, and develop early mathematics skills as they learn to count in English and Spanish. Children develop early writing skills through mark-making activities. Children gain the skills needed to help them move on to their next stage of learning and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY437158 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10106575 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 11 December 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011. The premises are situated in the Thamesmead area, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The childminder works all year, between 7.30am and 6.30pm. The childminder offers early education funding for three- and four-year-olds.

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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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