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 Inadequate

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The provision is good

The childminder welcomes children into her comfortable home. Children play in a safe, clean environment. Any concerns are quickly identified through regular risk assessment. The childminder makes good use of the space available in her home to create different learning areas. Children sit at their own table for craft, mark making and snacks. Resources are stored in clear boxes which children can access independently. The childminder strikes a good balance between playing with children and observing them play independently.

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The provision is good

The childminder has a strong emphasis on good manners. Children say 'please' and 'thank you' without prompting. They are gently encouraged to take good care of toys and tidy things away when they finish. The childminder celebrates children's achievements and praises their efforts. As a result, children are motivated to learn and participate in activities.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy a close bond with the childminder. She offers warm hugs when they are sad or upset. However, the childminder sometimes misses opportunities to teach children the language of feelings to help them develop their ability to understand and express feelings. Children demonstrate that they are happy and comfortable in the childminder's home and engage positively with her.

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need to do better?

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has successfully addressed the actions raised. She has undertaken necessary training and made time to self-reflect on her practice. This gives the childminder a better understanding of how she can continue to improve. She has an effective system in place to address any gaps in her practice as they arise. This allows her to respond in good time to the needs of the children in her care. n The childminder encourages children to be independent. Children learn to dress themselves and put on their shoes. The childminder supports children to use cutlery and take their plates back to the kitchen. Children learn to manage their own self-care. They learn to use the toilet, wash their hands and ask for help. The childminder explains that these skills are very important when children start nursery or school. n The childminder makes good use of books to introduce children to other

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need to do better?

cultures. For example, during Diwali, children learned about the festival and made their own unique artwork to display. Children attend local cultural events and activities with the childminder, and she encourages parents to share their recipes, which she cooks for the children. Children feel a sense of pride when they share elements of their own culture with others. n Children can freely access a range of books. The childminder takes children to a

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need to do better?

31 October 2019 story session at the local library where they can choose other books. Children enjoy reading with the childminder. She engages children with the stories and asks them to describe what they can see in the pictures. This helps children to develop a love of reading and supports their early language development. n Children engage with a wide range of activities that support their learning across all areas of the curriculum. The childminder has created clearly defined areas indoors to support different activities. She makes good use of local parks and playgrounds to support children's physical development. However, the childminder has not explored a wider range of challenging activities for children who learn best outside. n The childminder makes individual plans for each child. She explains that this supports the needs of all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The childminder provides parents with daily feedback. She

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shares a comprehensive health and development review with parents when children are two years old. This allows timely and appropriate intervention if required. n The childminder regularly reviews children's progress. She observes them as they play and makes accurate assessments of what they know and can do. The childminder uses this information to plan children's next steps. As a result, the childminder has a good understanding of children's individual development and where they may need additional support.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has good understanding of child protection procedures. She can identify when a child may be at risk and has a detailed safeguarding policy with relevant contact numbers should she need to make a referral. The childminder undertakes safeguarding training regularly. This helps her keep up to date with current requirements and statutory duties including the 'Prevent' duty. Safety gates are in place to prevent children from accessing the kitchen area and upstairs. Regular risk assessment and maintenance ensure the property remains safe and secure. The childminder carries out regular fire drills to ensure children are aware of procedures in the event of an emergency.

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should:

n develop a wider variety of outdoor activities to support children's learning when they choose to play outside n support children to develop their vocabulary to express their feelings and manage their emotions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467968 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10120827 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 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 30 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Woolwich, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. She operates her provision Monday to Friday from 7am to 6.30pm, all year round. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as training certificates, public liability insurance and the fire evacuation procedure. n The inspector spoke to children and observed the childminder interacting with the children. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home that are used for childcare and discussed how the environment supports children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector held a joint observation. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of the written views of parents.

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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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31 October 2019 31 October 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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