Childminder in Bromley

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 arrive happily and confidently. They settle quickly, choose where to play, and show that they feel safe and secure. Older children confidently talk to visitors about their preferred activities, such as playing 'swing ball'. They concentrate hard as they work out how to thread the string back on to the pole without any help. Younger children eagerly join in with turn-taking games. For instance, they enjoy taking part in a game of skittles and squeal with delight as they find two of the same picture cards in a matching game.

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The provision is good

Children benefit from a good range of activities and enjoy chatting as they play. For instance, they pretend to be doctors and discuss how their bodies work. Children talk about how their hearts beat and repeat words such as 'injection' and 'bandage' as they play. They share good relationships with the childminder and enjoy her involvement in their play.

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The provision is good

Children respond well to the childminder's high expectations for their behaviour and learning. They learn about staying safe, including as they stay close to the childminder when they walk by the road. Children thrive on the activities provided because these are purposeful and meet their individual needs. Older children talk about how they will be starting school soon, and show positive attitudes to learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses a good variety of training and development opportunities to continually improve her practice. Overall, she plans a good curriculum that she implements well to help each child make the best progress. The childminder understands children's individual learning needs and works well with parents and other settings to provide a consistent approach to their learning. n The childminder teaches children well and helps them to learn and remember new things. She is particularly effective at meeting children's individual needs during the same activities. For example, during a card matching activity, older children were able to learn about 'pairs', and matching words to pictures. Younger children were able to match picture cards and repeat letter sounds. n The childminder encourages all children to develop a good variety of personal skills ready for their future lives. Occasionally, she does not use all opportunities

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need to do better?

to encourage younger children to talk about their feelings and needs when they become upset. However, she is kind and caring and helps all children to feel secure. Children are ready for the next stages in their learning. n Overall, the childminder implements her curriculum for communication and language well. She uses clear strategies for children who need extra support. The childminder is sometimes quick to say words or answer her own questions

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need to do better?

20 April 2022 rather than giving children the time they need to think. However, she uses books and stories well and models words, such 'squishy' and 'icy', to broaden children's language skills. n The childminder teaches children about their bodies and being healthy. Children learn to grip plastic knives safely and control their hand movements to cut apples and bananas for snack. They move their bodies in different ways to action songs as they practise using their larger muscles. n The childminder manages children's behaviour well. She is an effective role model who encourages children to use good manners and show respect for others. Older children replicate the childminder. For example, they ask her if she would like them to close the back door after playing outside. n The childminder engages children in discussions that help them to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others. Children are

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inquisitive and ask questions about people in the community. The childminder uses such opportunities to broaden their awareness of diversity. n The childminder works well with parents. She regularly shares information with them about their children's progress. Parents show their appreciation of the childminder. Some say that she is empathetic and understanding in meeting their children's needs. Others value her flexibility, caring attitude, and the activities their children enjoy.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of different safeguarding issues. She understands the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder also knows what to do should an allegation be made against her or another household member. She keeps important contact details readily available so that she can report any concerns to the correct agencies without delay. The childminder keeps her home and the garden secure. She uses risk assessment to keep children safe, including on outings, and swiftly minimises any potential risks to children's safety.

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should:

n broaden opportunities for younger children to describe their feelings when they are upset, to further encourage them to talk about their emotions n give children the time they need to think and respond to discussions and questions, to further develop their communication and language skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2538621 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10215279 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 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Orpington, Kent. She operates four days a week from 7am to 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She receives funding for the provision of free early education to children aged two and four years.

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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 childminder. n The inspector and the childminder viewed the areas of the home used for childminding purposes. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she organises her home to help children play and learn. n Children approached the inspector to talk about their interests and activities. n The inspector sampled documentation and read parents' feedback, including their views about the childminder's practice.

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Inspection activities

20 April 2022 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 April 2022 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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