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 Good

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The provision is good

Children babble eagerly with the childminder, who pleasantly welcomes them. They willingly depart from their parents to the warm, caring childminder. Children form secure relationships with the childminder in this safe and homely environment. The childminder gives children plenty of assurance and cuddles, which help them to settle. Children are keen to learn and play. They bound into the play area, settle quickly and enjoy exploring the activities that are freely available. Children know the routine well. They independently take off their shoes and know where to put them. The childminder shows high expectations for children's development. Children are very happy and easily engage in activities, concentrating for long periods given their age.

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The provision is good

Children behave well, as the childminder consistently demonstrates positive behaviours through good role modelling. She provides age-appropriate explanations to aid children's understanding. This supports children to regulate their own behaviour.

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The provision is good

Children have daily opportunities to explore their local community. This extends their learning experiences outside the home. They are taken to the park, library and other events. This introduces children to different social interactions with others. Children attentively listen to stories, repeating words and counting. They confidently make the noises of the animals.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well. She carefully identifies an appropriate curriculum to support children's learning. This helps to form a strong foundation to succeed and make good progress. She has created an environment, indoors and outdoors, that supports the intent of this ambitious curriculum. However, the childminder does not always implement this curriculum effectively. She does not always focus precisely enough on allowing children more time to think and respond. For instance, when she asks questions, she does not give sufficient time for children to respond. This does not extend their speaking skills as well as possible. n The childminder has established very strong partnerships with parents. They state that the childminder goes 'above and beyond' in caring for their children. Parents comment that the childminder is very 'professional' and 'communicate' everything about their child and their learning. They state their child has 'grown

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need to do better?

immensely' in their confidence since they have started with the childminder. n Children enjoy learning about different celebrations, such as Christmas and Chinese New Year. She uses these opportunities to support children to learn about similarities and differences beyond their own experiences. Therefore,

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need to do better?

20 June 2022 children consistently deepen their understanding of the diverse world around them. n The childminder shows clear ambition and passion for her role and the future of the setting. She has systems to self-reflect and evaluate her provision. The childminder puts plans in place to make improvements, including attending training to support children's mathematical skills. n The childminder understands that children are all individuals. She ensures that she provides a variety of experiences for children that capture their interests. For example, the children like playing with building blocks. They focus very well and develop strong arms and finger muscles. However, occasionally, the childminder does not encourage children to find solutions to problems and allow them to ask for help when needed. This does not enhance children's critical thinking. n Children have opportunities to make marks and draw. They happily join in

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need to do better?

singing, counting, learning about colours and participating in stories. The childminder adds words to young children's babbles to help promote their communication and language development. Children listen well and respond to simple instructions. For example, they point out the different parts of their body when asked. n The childminder effectively supports children's good health and well-being. For instance, they have daily access to her well-resourced garden, with a range of equipment. This helps promote children's physical development. They are encouraged to wash their hands before eating and after being outside. She ensures that children's packed lunches are healthy and nutritious. n Children understand simple rules and boundaries well. This helps them to understand behavioural expectations. As a result, children's behaviour is good.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. She ensures that her knowledge is up to date by attending regular training. The premises are secure and well maintained, which contributes to keeping children safe. The childminder uses daily checks to minimise risks to children's safety effectively. She knows the possible indicators of abuse. The childminder understands the wider safeguarding issues, such as extremism, online safety and neglect. She confidently explains the procedures that she will follow if she has concerns about a child's safety and welfare. She knows what to do if an allegation is made against her or anyone living in her household. She ensures that all adults in her home are suitable.

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should:

20 June 2022 n give children more time to respond to questions to extend their speaking skills further n encourage children to find solutions to problems and ask for help when needed to help enhance their critical thinking.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539201 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10232943 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 6 Date of previous inspection 20 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Plumstead, in the Royal borough of Greenwich. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round. She also provides overnight care. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 6 and works with an assistant.

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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 completed a learning walk together of all areas of the setting and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children throughout the inspection and evaluated the impact on children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including first-aid certificates and the Disclosure and Barring Service checks for adults living in the household. n The inspector viewed written feedback from parents.

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Inspection activities

20 June 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 June 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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