Childminder in Greenwich

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a welcoming and inviting learning environment for children to enjoy and explore, both inside and outdoors. Children benefit from increased learning opportunities outdoors. For example, children practise their early writing skills in a range of ways, such as using chalk on blackboards or making marks in wet sand. The childminder builds close relationships with children from the start. Babies who have recently started attending reach out to the childminder for cuddles and reassurance, and respond well to the affection and warmth that she shows them. Children and very quickly settle into her care. They make the most of the outdoor learning environment and show high levels of engagement. For example, children laughed with glee as they caught bubbles and made them pop. They develop their physical skills, for example as they climb the steps of the slide or use their bodies to rock on see-saws. The childminder provides a wide

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The provision is good

range of accessible resources that support children's learning as they use their imaginations. Children learn in fun ways, for example when they collected toy money in purses and bought pretend tickets. The childminder encourages children to interact with each other and introduces them to new words. However, those who speak English as an additional language have limited opportunities to use their home language as they play and learn.

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need to do better?

n The childminder shows children warmth and affection and supports their emotional well-being effectively. For instance, she soothes babies and offers reassurance and cuddles when they feel unwell. n The childminder supports children's literacy well. Children demonstrate an interest in books and enjoy story time. The childminder encourages them to explore props, turn pages and point to familiar characters. This helps children to develop a keen interest in books. n The childminder plans regular visits and outings for children. She makes good use of the resources in her local community to enhance children's learning. For example, she uses soft-play equipment at playgroup to support babies and young children to further develop their physical skills. n The childminder helps children to acquire positive social skills, for example when they meet others at local groups. She encourages children to share, take turns

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and help each other. Children understand what is expected of them, including when on outings. They behave and play together well. n The childminder offers sensitive support and reassurance to parents. She provides advice during weaning and discusses ways to successfully encourage children to try healthier foods. The childminder tailors her service to meet the individual care needs of children and maintains accurate records of care routines. Parents give positive feedback about the childminder and value her

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need to do better?

17 September 2019 service. n The childminder considers the needs of children to help develop her service. As the result of improvements to the setting, children benefit from increased outdoor learning opportunities and better access to resources. They show that they are independent learners and older children are happy to share resources with their younger friends. n The childminder demonstrates a commitment to her professional development. She uses a range of methods to improve her teaching skills, such as voluntary work in a nearby school. This helps her to understand how to support children's learning, including strategies to help children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder helps children who speak English as an additional language to understand routines and to participate in activities. For instance, she gathers key words to use from parents. However, opportunities are missed to help children

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need to do better?

recognise or use the languages they hear at home as they play and learn. n The childminder uses her observations of children's learning to promptly identify when children may need extra support with their learning. However, communication with parents is limited in some respects, including how to support their child's learning at home and how to share emerging concerns with other professionals.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to help keep children safe from harm and is aware of the potential risks posed to children. She knows how to respond if she has concerns about children's welfare and when to involve relevant agencies. The childminder regularly assesses possible risks in her home and when on outings. She helps children to understand how to keep themselves safe, for example teaching them what to do in an emergency. The childminder implements procedures for dealing with accidents and medication effectively and shares accurate records with parents.

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should:

n enhance opportunities for children to recognise or develop their home language as they play and learn n strengthen information shared with parents about their child's learning, so that potential gaps are addressed and learning can be further supported at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY458013 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10075360 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 0 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 15 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Eltham, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder receives funding for the early education of children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed children's learning with the childminder as they looked at the areas of the childminder's home used by children, indoors and outdoors. n The inspector reviewed evidence of training completed by the childminder and discussed her professional development. n The childminder observed children's activities and the quality of interactions between the childminder and children, and assessed the impact of these on children's learning. n Documents relating to children's safety and health were reviewed as part of the inspection.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

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