Childminder in Southwark

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children have developed superb bonds with the childminder. They benefit from the incredibly warm, friendly and homely environment. Children demonstrate their enjoyment of attending and settle very quickly on arrival. The childminder is highly attentive and responds to children's individual needs, giving cuddles and support when needed. Children enjoy a broad range of exciting, inspirational activities that spark their interest and provide challenge.

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The provision is outstanding

Children show their determination as they complete floor puzzles together. They keep trying with the pieces to work out how they fit together. Children are exceptional communicators. They make choices about the stories they would like to listen to and remember the title and the author. Younger children listen with enthusiasm to stories. They join in with actions and sounds and know the repetitive phrases, which increases their communication and language skills further.

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The provision is outstanding

Children behave exceptionally well. They listen to instructions and show high levels of motivation in their learning. Children are eager to participate and talk about their previous learning. For example, they look at photos of them wearing kilts and share their experiences of celebrating Burns Night. Children share resources and work collaboratively. They use good manners and learn how to show respect and be kind to their peers.

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n The childminder gets to know children extremely well from the start. She organises home visits to begin building relationships and gains valuable information to support smooth transitions. The childminder expertly plans activities to support children's interests and build on their previous experiences. She uses effective systems to observe and record children's progress. She has high expectations for all children and ensures they make rapid progress from their starting points. n Children fully immerse themselves in activities and show exceptional concentration. The childminder uses her extensive knowledge of the children to support their individual play and extend their learning. For instance, while children play with wet sand, older children engage in discussions about machinery and increase their imaginations as they pretend to be builders. Younger children experiment with funnels and watch excitedly as the sand

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makes wheels rotate. Children count and learn new mathematical concepts, which increases their understanding further. n Children are extremely well prepared for their next stage of learning. They are happy and secure. Children make choices in their play and demonstrate their independence. They practise using their large muscles to slide and scoot and

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7 February 2022 have confidence to ask for help when needed. Children follow good hygiene routines and pride themselves in receiving praise when completing tasks for themselves. n Partnerships with parents are outstanding. The childminder is proactive in communication and keeps parents up to date with their children's learning and progress. Parents speak highly of the childminder and the 'amazing' service she provides. They describe the excellent progress their children make and how they flourish in their learning and development. The childminder has made changes to her practice to support parents' wishes. For example, she uses cloth nappies to be less harmful to the environment and follows baby-led weaning. n The childminder is dedicated to her role and has an excellent approach to continued professional development. She gains inspiration from training courses and shares her knowledge with parents to help improve outcomes for the

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children. For example, oral health training has prompted parents to swap food items in their children's lunch boxes to those with less sugar. The childminder took part in research on the effects of the pandemic for childminders and children. She has acted on the findings and is a strong advocate of increasing children's social interactions within the local community.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has thorough procedures to support children to be safe. She records children's attendance and keeps her home free from hazards. She has policies to support her practice. The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She understands the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder has completed safeguarding training and has a good understanding of a wide range of issues, including the 'Prevent' duty guidance and online safety. All adults in the home have completed suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY301588 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10138203 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 8 Date of previous inspection 2 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Nunhead, in the London Borough of Southwark. She operates her service from Monday to Wednesday, 8am to 5.30pm, all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3. She receives funding to provide free early education for 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 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a learning walk of the setting, where they discussed the curriculum and the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector evaluated an activity together and discussed the quality of teaching and learning. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about safeguarding and how she evaluates her practice. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including insurance, suitability of household members and qualifications.

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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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