Webber, Dianne

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

Children show that they look forward to meeting their friends at the childminder's setting. Children who are new to the setting quickly settle in and develop their independence. Children gain confidence in their abilities and receive warm reassurance from the childminder when in new social situations. Younger children show their curiosity when they self-select items from accessible resources. They demonstrate good communication and language skills from an early stage. Children who are less confident speakers engage effectively during active play activities that they enjoy. Children have fun and move their bodies well, for example as they stamp their feet and re-enact favourite stories.

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The provision is good

Children are encouraged to interact well with each other. They develop positive behaviour and acquire social skills. Children show their growing confidence, for example as they approach unfamiliar adults to join in with their play. Children enjoy using their imaginations, such as when they roar while playing with jungle animals alongside the childminder. Children have good opportunities to do things for themselves and quickly learn the childminder's routines. They respond well to the childminder's high expectations and the consistent praise and encouragement that they receive. Children show determination when practising new skills, for instance putting on their shoes before outdoor play. They are well prepared for their future learning and moves on to school or nursery. The childminder implements effective procedures to keep children safe.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses effective strategies to develop children's communication and language. She helps children to understand what will happen next, for example by using visual aids. Younger children join in with tidy-up songs and those children who are less confident speakers engage well as they sing action songs. n The childminder arranges her learning environment and resources well. She encourages children to make choices about what to do and plans learning experiences that they, generally, enjoy and engage with. Occasionally, the childminder does not plan adult-led activities that reflect children's interests and they move away from them. Despite this, children have good alternatives to explore. n The childminder provides effective support for children's developing understanding of number. Children demonstrate this as they identify and call out number names and sit down on corresponding numerals. Very young children

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spontaneously mimic the rhythm and pattern of counting songs as they play. Children of all ages have fun as they practise their emerging mathematical skills. n Children demonstrate their physical skills as they play and learn. For example,

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27 July 2021 they move their bodies while pretending to 'swish' through grass. They enjoy banging water with open palms to make large splashes. The childminder helps children to achieve good physical development. n The childminder gives children good opportunities to get regular fresh air outdoors. Children enjoy local outings and play outside for extended periods. The childminder plans outdoor activities that help children to build on what they know and can do. This helps children who learn best outdoors. n The childminder meets the personal care needs of children well and implements routines that mirror those from home. The childminder promotes a shared approach with parents. This helps to contribute to successful toilet training. Children receive strong encouragement and support to develop their independence and self-care skills. n The childminder helps children to acknowledge some significant festivals and

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religious events. This helps children to develop some understanding of other cultures and communities. However, the childminder does not fully consider how to support children to value and share information about their own backgrounds and traditions. n Parents speak highly of the childminder's warm and welcoming service that they receive. They value her flexible approach and the regular information they receive about their child's learning. Parents share very positive feedback about their children's increased interactions and social skills. n The childminder demonstrates a commitment to her professional development. She uses her links with advisors and other practitioners to share ideas, enhance her practice and keep up to date with current developments. This helps the childminder to achieve a good level of service.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of the potential risks posed to children, including through the inappropriate use of technology. She updates her safeguarding knowledge and knows how to recognise when a child's welfare may be compromised. The childminder understands how to report concerns about a child and knows when to liaise with relevant agencies keep children safe. She knows how to access safeguarding support and advice, or additional support for families who may need extra help. The childminder maintains accurate records of children's attendance and knows what to do in a medical emergency.

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should:

n strengthen the curriculum by using children's interests more effectively during adult-led activities

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should:

27 July 2021 n extend the opportunities for children to value and share their backgrounds and learn about other traditions, communities and cultures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY559135 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10190663 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 5 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Sydenham in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder works each weekday from 8am to 6pm, all year round. She holds a qualification at level 6. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provision. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home used by children and explained how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions between the childminder and children, and assessed the impact of these on children's learning. n The childminder discussed and evaluated a children's activity with the inspector. n The inspector looked at documents. These included evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members. The inspector also reviewed policies and evidence of the childminder's professional development.

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Inspection activities

27 July 2021 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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