Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date 3 April 2019 Previous inspection date 28 January 2016

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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 Children thoroughly enjoy the outdoor area and develop good physical skills. For example, they manage steps and balance when they use the slide. n The childminder works in partnership with professionals to provide support to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). n Children display high levels of self-esteem and confidence as a result of the secure relationships with the childminder. n The childminder supports children's mathematical development. Children use mathematical language as they complete puzzles. They confidently say the numbers in sequence and count to 20. n Children develop a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe. Young children understand the importance of holding hands when walking outside. n Children's behaviour is good. The childminder encourages them to tidy up their toys together after activities. Children are helped to be aware of each other's feelings and

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This provision is good

treat each other with kindness. n Parents are very positive about the care their children receive. They comment that their children make good progress. The childminder uses her assessments and observations to support children's learning and development. n Although the childminder evaluates her practice, she does not use information routinely to identify professional development opportunities, in order to raise the provision to the highest-quality and ensure excellent outcomes for children.

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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 identify further professional development opportunities through the evaluation process to raise the quality of teaching, and children's experiences, to an even higher level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. 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 children during the inspection. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has high expectations for her setting. She routinely checks the environment for risks, inside and outside. This ensures areas are safe and secure for children. The childminder uses an effective system when monitoring children's progress, and works well with other settings that children attend. As a result, the childminder effectively shares information to support children's development and progress. She ensures her mandatory training is kept up to date. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection. She knows how to keep children safe and protect their welfare. The childminder quickly identifies any children who may need additional support. She works closely with parents and professionals to help narrow any gaps in children's learning. As a result, children make good progress from their starting points.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides parents with regular updates about their child's learning and development. For example, she uses a daily diary as soon as children start at the setting, and encourages parents to give regular feedback on any observations. The childminder knows children well, and uses this knowledge to plan activities that extend their learning. She is skilled in supporting children to develop their mathematical skills. For instance, older children match and name shapes, such as 'oval' and 'hexagon'. Young children count and name animals during activities using the flash cards. The childminder provides a wide range of learning experiences that encourage children to be interested and motivated. For example, children develop their physical skills during outdoor play using balls and large floor puzzles.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children gain a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, young children serve themselves their snacks and share fruit with each other. Children discuss the colours and shapes of the different fruits. The childminder skilfully supports children who are reluctant to try new foods, and gives them lots of praise during mealtimes. Children form strong emotional attachments with the childminder and their peers. They develop good self-care skills and are confident to put on their shoes and coats. Children learn about communities beyond their own and develop good social skills. For example, they attend toddler groups and the library. Children learn key words in other languages, which they use during the day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children achieve good levels of development for their age and exceed in some areas of learning, such as mathematics. For instance, they confidently name many letters and sounds. Children sustain interest during activities. This is evident when young children skilfully thread shapes, while older children sing as they balance and build bridges with bricks. Children develop skills which prepare them for the next stage of their learning and for school, including those in receipt of additional funding and those with SEND.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY267594 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10073246 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 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 28 January 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Thamesmead, in the London Borough of Bexley. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, The childminder provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children. She holds an appropriate 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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