Giacomelli, Nicola

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 build strong attachments with the childminder and their peers. They are warmly welcomed on arrival and settle quickly into the childminder's care. Children enjoy cuddles and are given reassurance, which helps them to feel safe and secure. Children confidently make choices during play and share toys with their friends. They complete tasks independently, such as putting on their coats and washing their hands, and enjoy receiving praise for their achievements. There are high expectations for all children.

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The provision is good

Children are beginning to understand rules and expected behaviour. They observe the childminder, who models positive behaviour and shows them kindness and respect. Children learn about their actions and the feelings of others, which increases their understanding of different emotions. They listen to the childminder, follow instructions and behave well overall. For example, children show concern for others and help tidy away. Children use good manners and say 'please' and 'thank you' in both English and their home languages.

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The provision is good

Children demonstrate positive attitudes to learning. They maintain interest and explore resources. For example, younger children spoon pebbles into bowls. Older children pour water and use pipettes, which helps them to practise their fine motor skills. Children develop mathematical understanding as they count and learn about size and shapes.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children's learning effectively. She gets to know children well from the start and follows their interests. The childminder builds on children's existing knowledge and provides a broad curriculum. She plans activities which provide challenge and captivate children imaginations. This ensures that all children make good progress from their starting points and are well prepared for the next stage of learning. n Children's communication and language skills are a high priority for the childminder. She engages during play and extends children's vocabulary. Younger children increase their babbling and repeat words. Older children use their new vocabulary during play and increase their sentences. Children benefit from the enthusiastic stories and singing with props. The childminder challenges their thinking and helps them to make connections in their learning. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents state that communication is good.

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need to do better?

They receive regular updates on their children's daily routines and progress, which enhances continuity in care and learning. The childminder shares next steps and ideas for parents to continue children's learning at home. Parents share examples of the good progress their children have made since starting at

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need to do better?

4 April 2022 the childminder's setting. They highlight the improvements in their children's language development, confidence and social skills. n The childminder works in partnership with other professionals. She carries out progress checks for children aged between two and three years. The childminder shares these with parents and other health professionals and follows plans to meet children's individual needs. The childminder liaises with other settings that children attend, to provide a consistent approach to learning. n Children are supported to be independent and manage risks safely. For example, young children climb downstairs backwards and are reminded not to put objects in their mouths. Older children use knives to butter toast and use glasses to drink water. The childminder teaches children about road safety. However, children are not supported to understand the potential risks online and how to

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need to do better?

stay safe as they increase their use of technology. n The childminder is dedicated to increasing her knowledge and skills. She proactively completes training and evaluates her learning. The childminder reviews her activities and resources. She regularly rotates these to ensure that children maintain interest and are motivated to learn. However, the childminder does not seek parents' views or ideas to help her to make further improvements to the service she offers. n Children benefit from regular outdoor play and fresh air. They attend a variety of groups in the local community, which increases their physical and social experiences. The childminder provides nutritious meals and snacks and encourages children to stay hydrated. She uses activities to teach children about oral health and helps them to understand the importance of healthy lifestyles.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder ensures that her home is a safe place for children to play. She uses risk assessments for outings and to remove any hazards. The childminder supervises children and monitors them during sleep times. The childminder recognises signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm or abuse. She knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder has completed safeguarding training, including 'Prevent' duty training, and has a good understanding of wider safeguarding concerns. The childminder ensures that all adults living in the home are suitable and have undergone the relevant checks.

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should:

n help children to learn about online safety and understand when they might be at risk in the future

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should:

4 April 2022 n seek views from parents to help evaluate practice to make further improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY563575 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10191371 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 4 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 Sydenham, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates from Monday to Thursday for 48 weeks of the year. On Monday to Wednesday she operates from 8am to 5.30pm. On Thursday, she operates from 8am to 1pm. The childminder has a degree qualification. She provides funded 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 had a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint activity and discussed the quality of teaching. 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 documents, including evidence of insurance, qualifications and suitability checks.

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Inspection activities

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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