Childminder in Lewisham

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 warm and welcoming learning environment for children to enjoy and explore. Children make the most of the accessible resources in her home, indoors and outdoors, and communicate their needs in positive ways. They respond well to the affection, praise and encouragement that the childminder offers. Children behave well and show that they learn how to keep themselves safe, such as when they hold hands with their older friends as they walk to school. The childminder helps children to develop and build their vocabulary effectively. She frequently sings to children and shares stories and rhymes. Children who speak English as an additional language sometimes sing spontaneously as they play. They acquire good English speaking skills. Children enjoy regular fresh air and exercise, and practise their physical skills, for example, during visits to the park. They enjoy nutritious snacks and meals that reflect their dietary needs. The childminder

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The provision is good

sometimes misses opportunities to help children to better understand the importance of healthy lifestyles. The childminder often allows children to take the lead and make choices about what to engage with as they learn and play. Children show that they are independent learners. Very occasionally, children have less time to explore and find things out for themselves during adult-led activities.

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n The childminder builds warm bonds with children from the start and they quickly settle into her routines. She uses information gathered from parents effectively and tailors her service to meet children's needs. The childminder implements individual care routines for children and supports them to develop independence in their self-care. n The childminder supports children who speak English as an additional language well. She helps them to recognise and develop their home language and build good communication skills. For example, she seeks key words from parents and provides opportunities for children to see, hear and use their home language. Parents comment on the support their children receive to value the language they speak at home. n The childminder builds trusting partnerships with parents. She encourages parents to share children's achievements from home. She develops a two-way flow of information to successfully support children's routines, such as toilet

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training. n The childminder supports children to develop good social skills. She models positive behaviour through her consistently positive interactions. She helps children to understand what is expected of them and recognises and praises their achievements. Children play cooperatively with their friends and share resources. n Children benefit from a range of learning opportunities outdoors. For example,

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19 September 2019 they count and sort shells, and use magnifying glasses to explore bugs. They develop the skills needed to prepare them for early writing in a range of ways. For example, toddlers strengthen their small-muscle skills as they mix and manipulate oil and flour. n Children demonstrate their growing independence. They remove their shoes on entry to the childminder's home, self-select books and toys and pour their own drinks from a water dispenser. Children confidently wash their hands and dispose of paper towels before serving themselves snack. This prepares them well for the eventual move on to school. n The childminder helps children to learn about the traditions and cultures of others. For example, she speaks with children about different people and communities. She uses maps to point out countries where children, their families and their friends come from. This helps children to develop a sense of belonging

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and builds their self-esteem. n The childminder evaluates her service well and implements her development plan effectively. Children benefit from improvements she has made, such as improved menus. The childminder works effectively with other practitioners and local advisers, and identifies relevant training to complete. This helps her to maintain good standards. n Children show that they are consistently engaged and enjoy using the available resources as they carry out their ideas. They are motivated and independent learners. However, they have fewer opportunities to fully explore and carry out their ideas during adult-led activities. n The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to help children to understand the importance of healthy eating and the reasons for developing good hygiene routines.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder completes training to update her safeguarding knowledge. She 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 a child's welfare or if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. The childminder regularly assesses risks in her home and when on outings. She implements procedures for dealing with accidents and medication effectively and shares accurate records with parents.

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should:

n allow time for children to fully explore and make choices as they participate in adult-led activities

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should:

19 September 2019 n enhance children's understanding of healthy eating and lifestyles during routines and activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467443 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10106623 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 1 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 12 March 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Forest Hill, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates from 7.45am to 5pm on Wednesday and Thursday during term time.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked at the childminder's home, indoors and outdoors, and discussed the with the childminder the learning that takes place. n Documentation was reviewed, including evidence of professional development, suitability of household members and children's records. n The inspector considered written testimonials from parents as part of the inspection. n The inspector observed the activities provided and the quality of interactions between the childminder and children, and assessed the impact of these on children's learning.

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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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