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 are happy and confident in the childminder's home. They explore the resources available and make choices about the toys which they play with. The childminder has plenty of toys and games to meet the needs of a wide range of children. The youngest children enjoy resources that cover all areas of learning, including role play, mark making and reading. Children who attend after school get time to relax, do homework and play with age-appropriate toys. The childminder recognises that during the COVID-19 pandemic, children have not had the opportunity to go out and about in the local area and explore. Therefore, she ensures that children access outdoor play opportunities in local parks and playgrounds.

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The provision is good

The childminder supports children to understand her expectations of their behaviour. For example, she displays the rules about how she wants them to behave. Children are encouraged to treat each other and the childminder with respect, use polite language and look after toys. Children develop their confidence and independence in the childminder's care. They form affectionate bonds with her. Children respond positively to the daily routine and follow instructions well. The childminder lets children know what is happening to prepare them for the next activity. This helps children to know what to expect and supports their well-being.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses the settling-in period to collect information from parents about their child's learning, development and well-being. She takes time to get to know children to see what they know and can do. This helps the childminder to plan effectively for the next stage in children's learning. n The childminder understands the importance of songs and rhymes in supporting children's early language development. However, she lacks confidence in her ability to lead children in singing sessions. This means that children do not get consistent opportunities to engage with familiar songs and rhymes to develop their language and recall skills. n The childminder takes children to playgroups and activities in her local area. She uses these opportunities to encourage children to make friends and develop their confidence when they are in larger groups of children. n The childminder addresses any concerns and challenges at the earliest possible

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need to do better?

opportunity. She does not avoid difficult conversations with parents. This helps her to address any challenging behaviour or concerns about children's development swiftly. n The childminder is aware that children have spent an increased time online since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. She has a good understanding of the impact negative social interactions online can have on children's well-being. The

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need to do better?

23 June 2022 childminder shares information with parents about online safety and encourages them to set parental controls on digital devices. n The childminder offers flexibility to parents around care periods and mealtimes. She can accommodate early morning drop-offs, late collection and childcare on the weekend. Parents can provide lunch or ask the childminder to make food. This supports families with irregular working patterns or shift work and provides continuity of care for children. n The childminder teaches children good hygiene practices. She demonstrates to children how to wash their hands and supports them to do this themselves before eating. The childminder keeps information to hand to help her assess children's development. She ensures that children get the support they need when it is time to move on to the next stage of their learning, such as using a cup or learning to eat by themselves.

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need to do better?

n Children have plenty of space to play in the childminder's home. Resources are stored at a low level, which enables children to choose the resources they want to play with and follow their interests. The childminder has an outdoor area which she wants to develop to support children who enjoy learning outside. n Parents' written feedback states that the childminder is kind, trustworthy and professional. They say that their children come home with lots to talk about and they would recommend the childminder to others. n The childminder makes good use of available training opportunities. She makes time to attend regular briefings and updates online. This helps her to keep her knowledge up to date.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding. She knows what to do should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder keeps her child protection training up to date. She has a good knowledge of issues, such as female genital mutilation, the 'Prevent' duty and online safety. The childminder's home is safe and well maintained. She makes sure that all doors and gates are secure, and carries out regular risk assessments on the rest of the property. This helps ensure that children are safe and secure.

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should:

n improve confidence with singing and nursery rhymes so that children can develop their early language skills through familiar songs n develop the outdoor area for children who enjoy learning and exploring outside.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543931 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10237316 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 11 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the West Thamesmead area of the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The childminder operates across the week, all year round and can accommodate varied hours as required.

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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 childminder showed the inspector around her premises, and explained how she organises the curriculum and resources. n The inspector observed children playing and the impact of the childminder's interactions on their learning. n The childminder explained how she manages her provision and how she keeps children safe. n The inspector viewed a range of documents, including evidence of her suitability and written feedback from parents.

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Inspection activities

23 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

23 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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