Childminder in Croydon

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistants provide an exciting and stimulating environment for children. Children feel happy, safe and secure in the childminder's warm and inviting home. Staff know all the children in their care very well. They work closely with parents to identify children's initial starting points and capabilities. Staff then plan a broad range of activities based on children's interests to extend this thinking further. The childminder and her staff work well together. However, the monitoring of assistants' practice is not yet precise enough and is an area which can be strengthened. Children form close attachments with the caring childminder and build strong friendships with one another. The childminder gives children plenty of praise and encouragement, which increases their self-esteem and confidence. Children's good behaviour is promoted in a calm and consistent way, and children have a good understanding of sharing, taking turns and being kind towards their

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The provision is good

friends. The well-qualified childminder has high expectations for the children in her care and supports children to become independent, curious and enthusiastic learners. However, partnerships with other settings can be strengthened to ensure that learning is complemented across settings and children receive high-quality support in times of transition. Children make good progress across all areas of learning. Parents have positive views about the service. They say that their children are happy and enjoy the activities provided. Parents especially appreciate the childminder's caring approach towards their children.

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need to do better?

n The childminder and her assistants are skilled at supporting children's language skills, including those of younger children. They model new words to describe play, speak clearly and use repetition and song to support early communication. n The childminder is experienced, passionate and well qualified. She is ambitious and committed to continued learning and development in order to offer the best possible service. She accurately evaluates her setting, using feedback from parents and children, and has made improvements as a result. For example, she recently undertook training on forest-school approaches and is adapting these to her setting, in order to support children's understanding of the natural world across all areas of learning. n The curriculum is clear, planned and understood by staff. Staff have a good understanding of what children know and can do, and plan exciting activities for their next steps in learning. For example, one child had a particular interest in

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dinosaurs. This theme was used to extend children's learning across a number of areas as they made pictures, read stories and went on an outing to a local 'dinosaur park'. As a result, all children are highly motivated and confident in their learning. n The childminder makes excellent use of the local parks, giving children many

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7 October 2019 opportunities for physical development. Children learn to take risks in an enjoyable and active way. n Children make good progress and are working within typical levels for their age. All children are developing key skills that support them to make the transition to their next stage of learning, including those starting school. n Children develop a good understanding of diversity beyond their immediate family. For example, the setting has positive cultural images, books and role-play resources for the children to explore. Children learn about different cultural events, such as Black History Month, Chinese New Year and Easter. This supports children's understanding and respect for their own and other cultures. n The childminder is responsive and enthusiastic in her manner. She celebrates children's achievements through praise and compliments, which help to elevate their self-esteem and emotional well-being. Children are eager to join in

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activities and persevere at challenging tasks. n Links with other settings have not been fully established, so staff miss opportunities to share information between settings in order to consistently support children's learning. n The childminder and her assistants work very well together. She offers them support and guidance where needed. Weekly staff meetings address any staff concerns and ensure that all practitioners have a good understanding of the care and developmental needs of each child. However, the monitoring of assistants' practice is not precise enough to enable the childminder to identify where additional support or training may be needed.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a thorough understanding of safeguarding and is vigilant in keeping children safe. She knows the potential signs and symptoms of abuse and how to report any possible concerns. She completes regular safeguarding training and makes sure that her knowledge and understanding are up to date. She completes regular risk assessments to maintain the safety of the environment.

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should:

n strengthen partnerships with other settings in order to share information about children, their achievements and abilities and to better support children when they make transitions between one provision and another n strengthen the monitoring and evaluation of staff to identify how their teaching skills and knowledge can be developed further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539048 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10107106 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Purley, Surrey. She operates on Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 7.30pm for most of the year. She employs three assistants, with only two working alongside her at one time.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, her assistants and children, and viewed written feedback from parents at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation. This included records of staff suitability and training. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk around the setting. n The inspector observed children during their activities, including at lunchtime.

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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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