Ragonetti, Elisa

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 are happy and well settled in the safe setting. They have access to a well- resourced playroom and are provided with ample time to become engrossed in their chosen activities. Children enjoy spending time creating 'delicious meals' for the childminder in the role-play kitchen. This helps to encourage children's imagination and creativity. Children's behaviour is good. They are encouraged to develop their manners, for example as they are reminded to say 'please' and 'thank you' at appropriate times. They are regularly provided with praise and encouragement. This helps to promote children's self-esteem and confidence. Children's social skills are developing well. They visit playgroups where they meet a wider range of friends and learn to share and take turns.

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The provision is good

Children get plenty of fresh air and exercise. For example, they regularly visit parks and playgrounds to access large, fixed equipment. Children spend time in the childminder's garden to develop their physical skills. For instance, they strengthen their balance and coordination when using scooters. The childminder has high expectations for all children. Young children are eager to develop their independence. They quickly transition from sippy cups to open-top cups and learn with a little help to put on their own wellington boots.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children to develop good hygiene practices. They learn the importance of washing their hands before eating and after playing outside. She talks to children to teach them why making healthy food choices is important for their well-being. For instance, as they access pretend food in the activity kitchen, the childminder reinforces their nutritional value. n Children's communication and language are fostered well by the childminder. She is skilled at using props during singing activities to encourage children's interaction and involvement. Children join in happily as they select picture props from the song bag and join in with the actions. For example, they enthusiastically hop like little bunnies around the room. n Children learn about the natural world through activities that promote exploration and experimentation. For example, children observe the growth cycle of the fruits and vegetables that they plant and tend. They have grown bell

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peppers, asparagus and strawberries. However, children have limited opportunities to acknowledge traditions, festivities and beliefs that are different to their own. n The childminder is skilled at introducing counting and mathematical terms during children's play. For instance, she uses opportunities to encourage children to count, and she models language to describe quantity, such as 'so many' and 'just a little bit less'. Younger children are becoming confident when identifying

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need to do better?

3 May 2022 primary colours, including yellow, red and blue. n The childminder has positive relationships with parents. She collects detailed information from parents before their children start and uses this to plan opportunities and activities that encourage children's learning and development. She makes detailed observations and accurate assessments of children's progress, which she shares with parents verbally. n Bilingual children thrive within the childminder care. She uses effective strategies to help to promote children's communication and language. For example, she uses key words in the child's home language during activities and story times. n The childminder completes mandatory training. However, she has not considered attending training to further increase her knowledge of child development and play. n The childminder regularly reflects on her provision and practice. Parents comment on how well their children settle and make good progress in her care.

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need to do better?

They value the activities and the regular outings their children go on. They feel that the childminder keeps them well informed about their children's day and progress. n The childminder has a good knowledge of how young children learn. She provides an exciting curriculum that supports children to explore and develop key skills to help to prepare them for school. Children have access to a good balance of child-initiated play and adult-led activities to help build on their learning. They make good progress from their starting points.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She is aware of the signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. The childminder is confident with the procedures to follow to act on any concerns about a child's welfare. She regularly updates her training in this area and first aid. The childminder carries out daily risk assessments to help her keep children safe in her home and on outings. She teaches children about risks, especially when out walking locally, which helps them to be alert to potential dangers.

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should:

n increase opportunities for children to further develop their understanding of wider cultural and religious festivals n strengthen the programme of professional development to extend knowledge of how to support children's development and learning to an even higher level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY559225 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10191580 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 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Norbury, in the London Borough of Croydon. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the childminder interacting with children during care routines and play activities. The inspector assessed the impact these have on children's well-being and development. n The childminder and the inspector had a learning walk to discuss how the childminder organises her provision and premises to care for the children's well- being and safety. n The childminder carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the inspector and shared her views of this with her. n The inspector viewed some documentation, including training certificates, the attendance register and evidence of insurance.

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n Parents shared their written views with the inspector, who took account of their comments.

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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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Inspection activities

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