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 Outstanding

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The provision is good

Children are eager and happy to attend the safe and secure setting. They confidently choose from a very well-resourced playroom and are ready to play from the moment they arrive. Children settle quickly and form strong attachments to the childminder. From a young age, children are encouraged to develop their independence skills. For instance, children confidently identify their names above their individual towels after they wash their hands. This prepares them for the next stage of their learning. Children are caring and show high levels of respect towards their peers. The childminder encourages children to be creative and listen to their friends as they play. For instance, children take turns using pretend characters to make up stories. Children concentrate and are attentive. They develop good communication and language skills.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children. She teaches them how to keep themselves safe. For instance, children know they must wait for an adult before they use large physical equipment. In addition, young children skilfully use tools, such as scissors. Children's behaviour is good. They make good progress in their learning. Children benefit from regular outings to a wide range of play areas. They develop a good understanding of the world around them.

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need to do better?

n The childminder carries out risk assessments for all areas of her home. The ambitious childminder plans her curriculum and knows what she wants children to learn. However, on occasions, she does not ensure that all resources are appropriate to the ages and stages of the children. Children behave well. This is evident when, children remind adults not to walk through the kitchen. n Children are settled and happy in the childminder's home. They confidently explore the resources. The childminder has a good overall understanding of how children learn. She provides children with a wide range of activities and experiences that help them to make good progress in their learning. However, the organisation of some adult-led activities does not promote children's curiosity and concentration skills, to extend children's learning even further. n The childminder promotes children's communication and language skills well.

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This is evident when children look at images of 'people who help us'. Children observe people's similarities and differences, and the childminder promotes diversity and disabilities well as she discusses the pictures. Children comment on the roles of the paramedic and the vet. This helps children to develop good speaking skills and an understanding of the world around them. n Children have a wide range of opportunities to build on their well-being and keep healthy. They enjoy regular visits to the gym club and make new friends. The childminder encourages children to participate in songs and rhymes during

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22 February 2022 physical activities. For instance, they sing songs as they move different parts of their bodies. This helps to build and develop their muscles. n The childminder works closely with parents right from the start. Parents comment that they are really happy with the progress their children are making. The childminder shares regular information about children's progress to support children's learning at home. Children enjoy sharing their learning with the childminder and their parents. For instance, children enjoy showing their skills of cutting with scissors to their parents. n The childminder promotes children's early mathematics and literacy skills. Young children confidently count up to 10 before they go down the slide. Older children quickly identify and recognise the sound of the first letter for the day of the week. They take great delight in finding the laminated word and placing it on

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the board. n The childminder reflects on her practice and encourages parents and children to help review the quality of her service. For example, after activities, the childminder asks the children to review them. The childminder identifies and attends training to further develop her skills. For example, she completed a course to develop her understanding of different strategies to support children's behaviour.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is aware of possible signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. This includes signs of safeguarding concerns such as female genital mutilation. The childminder attends safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date and knows who to contact should she have any concerns. In addition, she receives local authority updates. The childminder completes mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid. She has a range of relevant documents to ensure children's safety, including registration and emergency contacts.

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should:

n ensure access to resources and equipment in all areas is appropriate to the age and stages of children's development n strengthen adult-led activities to help inspire children's curiosity and enhance their learning to the highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY320185 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10137925 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 5 Date of previous inspection 18 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Eltham, London. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3. The childminder cares for children between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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 inspector sought the views of parents and children during the inspection. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about the management of her setting, discussed safeguarding and looked at relevant documents. n The inspector observed the quality of education provided and conducted two joint observations with the childminder. n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding and held discussions with the childminder about the curriculum, children's learning and how she promotes and supports their progress.

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Inspection activities

22 February 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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22 February 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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