Childminder in Lambeth

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children settle well into the calm, well-resourced environment. They access inviting and interesting activities and experiences. The childminder has high expectations of all children in her care. Children confidently follow their interests and take a lead in their learning. They focus on activities and finish tasks to completion. For example, at the water tray, children use nets to pick up objects one by one. They focus intently on the task. This supports their developing concentration skills. Children's attitude to learning is positive. The childminder uses a range of natural and sensory resources. This creates an inspiring environment for children to explore. Children use their imaginations and creativity as they play and learn. They develop a good understanding of other people in the community. For example, children go on outings to the supermarket, fire station, playgroups and parks. They learn about

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The provision is good

'people who help us'. This helps to give children a sense of belonging in the wider community. Children behave well. They have a good understanding of the childminder's rules and boundaries. For example, they walk carefully in the house, learn the rules of the road and are kind to their friends. This develops children's understanding of their personal safety.

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need to do better?

n The childminder develops good relationships with parents from the beginning. She gathers detailed information about each child. Children demonstrate that they are secure and comfortable in the setting. They engage enthusiastically in activities throughout the day. The childminder talks to parents daily about the activities children have enjoyed. This supports children's continued learning at home. n Children play with toys that capture their interest and extend their ideas. The childminder talks to children about what they are doing. She models language well and asks children questions. However, at times, the childminder's enthusiasm means that she does not allow children enough thinking time to form answers to her questions. This means that she misses opportunities to extend children's language skills. n The childminder gives parents opportunities to share their views on her provision. Feedback from parents demonstrates that they highly value the

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need to do better?

childminder's service. The childminder ensures that the daily routine meets children's needs. Healthy mealtimes, sleep and good hygiene practices are well established. This contributes to children's good health and the smooth running of the setting. n The childminder encourages children to use mathematical language as they play. For example, she helps children to count the toy fish they catch in their nets at the water tray. The childminder incorporates numeracy, shapes and colours into her plans for children's learning. This builds on children's knowledge and

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need to do better?

11 March 2020 supports their familiarity with mathematical language. n Children behave well and generally understand the boundaries and expectations set by the childminder. The childminder uses praise to reward children for sharing and taking turns. This builds children's self-esteem and increases their confidence. The childminder reflects on her practice. She has taken steps to improve her knowledge and practice around managing challenging behaviour. This includes making changes to the routine to better support children's individual needs. n The childminder helps children to become independent. Children manage their personal care needs well. For example, the childminder reminds children to cover their mouths when they cough. Children know that they need to wash their hands before eating and after being in the garden. This demonstrates children's knowledge of good hygiene practices. The childminder works with

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parents to support effective toilet training. This prepares children well for future learning, including school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder completes training and accesses local network meetings to ensure her safeguarding knowledge is current. She knows the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She has a clear safeguarding policy and knows the local referral procedures to follow if she is concerned about the welfare of a child. The childminder has a good understanding of wider safeguarding issues such as the 'Prevent' duty. She completes effective risk assessments and supervises children well. The environment is maintained to a very high standard. Toys are regularly cleaned and checked for defects. This helps to keep children safe.

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should:

n continue to develop knowledge of behaviour management to support children's positive attitudes even further n give children the time they need to respond to questions and in ways that support them to develop their thoughts and ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318316 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10138096 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 25 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in the Brixton area in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder co-childminds with her mother from the same premises. The childminder has a level 3 qualification in childcare. She provides care for children from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, all year around.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector read written statements from parents to gain their views on the childminder's provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as training certificates, public liability insurance, policies and procedures. n The childminder and the inspector held a joint observation. n The inspector looked at all the areas of the home used for childminding and how the environment supports children's learning. n The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and the children in her care.

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Inspection activities

11 March 2020 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

11 March 2020 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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