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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder creates a safe and homely environment for children, where they are happy and secure. Children show confidence in the setting, exploring with real interest the different activities available. The childminder provides a range of free play and focused activities that allow children to develop and build on what they already know and can do. The childminder has high expectations for the children. Children work together, for instance, to complete a sticking activity, taking turns with each sticker. The childminder is quick to reinforce the concept of sharing when children forget. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder has rules and boundaries in place that children respond well to. Children show that they understand inappropriate behaviour by relating this to their interests, they know that the superhero Hulk must count down from five when he is angry. The setting does not currently have children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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The provision is good

The childminder, however, displays good knowledge of how to support children with varying levels of need. Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported and make good progress from their starting points. The childminder promotes and celebrates home languages within the setting.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has clear curriculum plans in place. She is skilled at using children's interests to further their learning opportunities. The childminder creates giant dinosaur teeth to teach children about the importance of oral health. The baking of rock cakes stems from an interest in volcanoes. Using children's interests in this way captures their imagination and enthusiasm as well as extending their knowledge. n The childminder supports children's communication and language development well. She asks children open questions that allow them to think about what might happen next, when talking about things that interest them. For example, the childminder provides children with new language, such as 'gravity' and 'floating', that consolidate and build on what they already knew when talking about space. The childminder takes children to the library for weekly story and rhyme sessions. Children select books they would like to borrow, and share

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these with the childminder in the setting. n The childminder provides meals for children and ensures a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruit and vegetables. The childminder talks to children about the importance of healthy eating. Helping to prepare snacks and baking helps children to learn about healthier options. The childminder also teaches children about staying active to remain healthy. Children attend weekly gymnastic classes to promote their physical development. n Children develop skills of independence ready for the next stage of their learning. They wash their hands independently and begin to help with preparing

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need to do better?

19 October 2021 fruit at snack time. Children show they can put on their own coat and shoes. Children's independence is not extended as well as it could be, for instance by encouraging them to tidy away activities or resources when they are finished. The childminder tidies for children rather than always asking them to help. n The childminder praises children when they try something new or achieve a set goal. Positive reinforcement in this way helps build children's self-esteem and confidence to persevere with difficult tasks. Children respond well to praise and are motivated to try the next step of an activity. n The childminder is passionate about celebrating with children the diverse community in which they live. Children are taught that being kind and respectful to others' differences is important. The childminder aims to ensure children have a rich range of diverse experiences. This month, children have been learning

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need to do better?

about autumn, Halloween, and Black History Month. n Communication with parents is effective. Feedback is most frequently given verbally at the end of each day. Photos are also sent home so that parents can share in activities children have enjoyed. Where children attend additional settings, attempts to create professional relationships have not been as successful. Communication between the childminder and other settings is not open enough to ensure consistency in supporting children's learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of her duty of care to keep children safe from harm. She attends regular safeguarding training to keep up to date with best practice. The childminder has a robust understanding of the different types of abuse and the signs to be aware of that could indicate children are at risk. The childminder understands the procedure for reporting any concerns and what to do if an allegation is made against herself.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has knowledge of radicalisation and female genital mutilation. She understands the importance of being alert to indicators that children and their families may be vulnerable.

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should:

n strengthen children's independence by encouraging them to tidy up after themselves so that they learn about caring for their resources and environment n build a professional relationship with other settings that children attend to support consistency for children in all areas of learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550884 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10174204 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 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Thamesmead, in South East London. The childminder provides care Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, and for most of the year with the exception of bank holidays and planned family holidays. The childminder is qualified at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector carried out observations of activities. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector sought the views of parents. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including evidence of the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification and of the suitability of the childminder and household members. n The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate intervals throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

19 October 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

19 October 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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