Childminder in Southwark

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 show that they feel happy, safe and secure in the childminder's care. For example, they are confident to introduce themselves and interact with unfamiliar adults as they play. Children respond well to the childminder's warm interactions. They have frequent opportunities to make choices and speak often with the childminder about what they do. Children progress well with their language and communication skills. They make animal sounds, learn new words, experience regular singing and interact with others in positive ways. Children hear their words being recast by the childminder, who models correct pronunciation and grammar. This helps children to express themselves well and they quickly begin to use more complex sentence structures. Children take part in activities that take account of their interests and experiences. For instance, children are excited to share resources with their friends. Children receive good support to build on what they

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The provision is good

already know, overall. This helps children to engage well in learning. Children concentrate well and persist at challenging tasks. For example, they carefully remove stickers and thread string during creative activities. Children show pride in what they do and receive plenty of praise from the childminder for their achievements. They are well prepared for their next stages in learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides learning opportunities that take account of what children understand and already know, overall. For example, children's involvement in The Queen's Platinum Jubilee party celebrations are followed up by the childminder as she engages children in tea party role play. This helps to develop children's imaginations, recall of events and language development. n The childminder gathers information from parents about what children know and can do. She shares accurate assessments of children's learning in accessible ways. The childminder identifies and addresses possible gaps in children's learning at an early stage. She has a good understanding of how to respond if gaps in children's learning persist. This helps children to progress well from their starting points. n The childminder makes good use of resources in her local area to help extend children's learning. For example, she provides opportunities for children to use

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larger equipment at parks as part of developing their physical skills. Well- planned outings allow children to have real-life experiences, such as learning about animals during visits to city farms. n The childminder has high expectations of children. Children do things for themselves, freely explore accessible resources and engage well in learning. Very occasionally, teaching is not pitched at the right developmental level for children. Although children initially find it difficult to complete some tasks, for example during memory games, the childminder quickly adapts her teaching

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18 July 2022 methods. Children go on to eagerly celebrate their successes with her. n The childminder supports children's health and physical development effectively. They use their bodies well as they climb up and slide down. Children enjoy jumping in muddy puddles while wearing waterproof boots. The childminder speaks with children about the importance of drinking water in hot weather. Children learn good hygiene habits and begin to try new foods. n The childminder helps children to develop an awareness of cultural events, such as making lanterns to acknowledge Chinese New Year. The childminder speaks with children about important people in their lives. She supports children to learn about some different communities during regular visits to local groups. However, the childminder does not closely consider how to reflect children's backgrounds, cultures and traditions during planned activities. n Children acquire positive social skills. They behave and play together well.

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Children respond quickly to the childminder's gentle reinforcement of her expectations. She provides children with activities that help them to take turns and wait. Children excitedly talk to the childminder about, and share items from, family trips to the beach. n The childminder promotes a shared approach with parents. She implements flexible routines that take account of the needs of children and families. Parents value the childminder's 'fun and caring' way of working. They notice improvements in their children's social skills. Parents comment that children are 'always happy to go to Jo-Jo's house'.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder updates her safeguarding knowledge. She is alert to potential risks to children, such as exposure to extreme views, unsafe technology, domestic abuse or female genital mutilation. The childminder is confident to take action if she suspects that a child is at risk of abuse or harm. She knows the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against her. The childminder manages risks effectively in her home and while on outings. She maintains accurate records of children's attendance and personal care. The childminder implements safe handling rules for the family pets.

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should:

n enhance the curriculum so that children's development needs are more consistently considered during activities n expand opportunities for children to value and share their backgrounds, cultures and traditions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2565151 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10239218 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 3 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in Peckham, in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder provides care Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, all year round. She holds a relevant qualification at level 2.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector around areas of her home used by children and explained how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions between the childminder and children, and assessed the impact of these on children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the teaching and learning that took place during a children's activity. n The inspector reviewed documents. These included the suitability of the childminder and household members, relevant policies and evidence of the childminder's professional development. n The inspector considered the views of parents as part of the inspection.

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Inspection activities

18 July 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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18 July 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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