Childminder EY136997

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder provides many toys and resources to help children learn many skills across the curriculum. Activities such as woodwork, role-play kitchen and arts and crafts encourage children to explore and develop their imagination. They move comfortably around the downstairs rooms, and feel confident and safe where there are no hazards. This increases their independence as they freely access resources of their choosing. Children develop their physical skills and coordination, for example when using a range of different tools while painting and drawing. The childminder places a strong focus on children's health, well-being and behaviour. Children respond well to the warm praise from the childminder for good work and being helpful. Children learn about different cultures in their community and the needs of others.

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The provision is good

Children's language and understanding develop well. The childminder constantly chats with them to increase their level of conversation. She knows the children's strengths and guides parents on how to help their children in their weaker areas.

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need to do better?

n Children feel confident in the daily routines, which they know well. For example, on arrival, they take off their coats and put on their slippers. Mealtimes are preceded by tidying up and washing hands. After lunch, they enjoy their rest time. These activities help to develop children's confidence and contribute to their preparation for nursery or school. n Children learn colours well and develop good skills using crayons and pencils with the help of the childminder. She shows them the correct handling of mark- making tools such as stamps and brushes. Children listen attentively and try new techniques while creating attractive pictures. n The childminder is aware of the areas of learning, and knows what children need to learn next. Nevertheless, in some areas, such as the programme for mathematics, the most able children are not challenged enough. Although children do begin to recognise that fingers can be used for counting, the

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need to do better?

childminder does not fully explore and secure learning of this subject to the highest level. n The childminder is committed to providing the best for the children in her care. Children love being with her. They show affection and listen to her as she guides them to behave well. For example, she takes time to explain to the children why they must take turns and share crayons and paints. They play together well and minor squabbles are quickly forgotten with caring hugs. n Children access books and hear stories, and the childminder interacts with them well using themes such as 'nursery rhyme week'. Children's communication and language skills are developing, although the childminder has not forged strong

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need to do better?

21 November 2019 enough links with other professionals who are involved with the children to develop these areas further. This restricts the level of assistance that the childminder is able to give to children who need additional support. n The childminder adapts her communication methods to suit each family's requirements. She prepares key assessments, such as the two-year progress check, discusses ongoing issues with parents, and offers advice and support. Parents are happy with the childminder's dependable service. They develop strong relationships and welcome her to their homes. This helps the childminder to provide continuity of care and learning. n The childminder constantly reviews her practice to improve her service. She regularly meets other childminders to share information and organise training sessions. As a result, the childminder is reorganising her methods of tracking children's progress and how she shares this information with parents.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the possible signs that a child's safety and welfare may be at risk. She has undertaken training and knows the child protection procedures to follow if she has any concerns. This includes issues where a child may be at risk from the inappropriate influences of adults or the internet. For example, children do not access online sites, and older children know they are not to use their mobile phones. The childminder risk assesses her home and outdoor areas regularly to ensure they are safe for children.

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should:

n provide opportunities for the most able children to deepen their understanding of mathematics n develop links with parents and other professionals involved in the children's care to ensure there is a consistent approach to supporting children's learning, particularly where children require additional support.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY136997 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10120523 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 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 9 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered 2002. She lives in South Norwood, in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminder operates from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises that are used for childminding, indoors and outdoors. n The childminder discussed with the inspector what children learned during an activity. n The inspector spoke to the children and the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n Relevant documentation was checked, including the suitability of adults in the household. n Through discussion with the childminder and parents' written references, the inspector made a note of their views about the childminder's service.

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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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