Childminder in Lewisham

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 form warm bonds with the childminder and quickly settle into this welcoming setting. They make good use of the accessible resources and enjoy playing alongside their friends. Children demonstrate that they feel secure and safe in the childminder's presence, for example as they talk to unfamiliar adults about the toys they play with. Children receive effective support to deal with changes in their lives that may impact on their emotional well-being, such as new siblings or moving home. They respond well to the childminder's encouragement to do things for themselves. For example, younger children feed themselves without adult support and older children quickly achieve success with toilet training.

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The provision is good

Children show that they develop their speaking skills well from an early stage. They benefit from positive interactions with the childminder and enjoy the company of their friends within the setting. Children freely access their favourite books and toys, and make choices about what to do. They acquire positive social skills, for example as they meet others at local groups. Children receive good support to develop skills that prepare them well for their next stages of learning and for their moves to school.

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n The childminder provides an effective curriculum. She plans a range of activities based on children's ideas and interests, and makes good use of resources in her community to enhance children's learning. For example, children enjoy regular singing sessions and socialise with others at local groups. This contributes to the good progress children make from their starting points in learning. n The childminder helps children to maintain healthy lifestyles and develop good hygiene habits. For instance, she discusses with children the importance of dental health routines and handwashing. The childminder provides opportunities for children to get fresh air and exercise, for example when using large equipment during park visits. n The childminder understands how to sequence learning to help children develop the skills they need in enjoyable ways. Children show determination and focus, and develop their small hand muscles, for example as they put pasta twirls

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inside narrow-necked bottles with screw lids. This helps to prepare them well for later writing, and builds positive attitudes to learning. n Children receive good support from the childminder to develop their mathematical awareness. For example, the childminder encourages children to recognise numerals as they complete number puzzles, and counts with them as they play. Children show that they recognise colours and shapes from an early stage. n The childminder encourages children to speak about family members and their

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20 September 2021 experiences away from her setting. Children become familiar with a diverse community as they go on local outings with her. The childminder plans activities that acknowledge some well-known religious events. Despite this, activities that support children to recognise, value and share their own backgrounds, cultures, languages and traditions are less well planned. n The childminder demonstrates her high aspirations for children, and shares regular information with parents about their child's experiences and achievements. She promotes a shared approach with parents and implements personal care routines that mirror those from home. However, information shared with parents does not routinely help them to understand how best to build on their child's learning at home. n Parents value the flexible and responsive service that the childminder provides. They appreciate the opportunities for their children to socialise and make

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friends. Parents comment positively about the 'home-from-home' service that children experience. n The childminder uses her links with advisers and other practitioners to share information and ideas, and keeps up to date with current developments. This helps her to develop her service effectively and contributes to the good level of service that she offers.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder regularly updates her knowledge of safeguarding issues. She has a good understanding of the potential risks posed to children, such as exposure to extreme views or ideas. The childminder knows how to respond if she has concerns that a child's welfare is compromised, including if an allegation is made against her or a family member. She recognises when a family may need extra help and is aware of how to seek safeguarding advice and support. The childminder implements procedures, such as risk assessments, effectively in her setting and when on outings. She maintains accurate records of children's attendance and accidents.

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should:

n extend opportunities for children to value and share their own backgrounds and languages, and to learn about the traditions and cultures of others n enhance communication with parents so that information shared about children's progress helps them to understand how to build on their child's learning at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY562881 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10191272 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Brockley, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides childcare from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, for most of the year.

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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 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 During the inspection, the inspector considered the views of parents. n The inspector looked at documents. These included evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members to work with children, various policies and evidence of the childminder's professional development.

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Inspection activities

20 September 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

20 September 2021 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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