Childminder in Bexley

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 very happy in the kind and nurturing childminder's care. They form good secure attachments with the childminder and settle quickly in the welcoming environment. Children choose what they want to play with from a wide range of activities and resources. They love playing outside and eagerly put on their own shoes ready for the garden.

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The provision is good

Children behave well. They listen to guidance from the childminder and follow simple instructions. Children happily play alone or include the childminder in their games. For instance, they delight, laugh and show their excitement as they catch and pop bubbles in the garden. Children learn about cause and effect as the bubbles burst or float away in the breeze.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy being independent and are confident when developing new skills. For example, young children focus intently as they learn how to operate the water dispenser to pour themselves a drink. The childminder praises their efforts enthusiastically when they do things for themselves. This helps support children's self-esteem and self-care skills effectively. Children make good progress in their development from their starting points. They gain the skills and understanding they need in preparation for their next stages in learning and the eventual move on to school or nursery.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children very well and is aware of where they are in their development and how they like to learn. She observes them closely and assesses children's development to identify what they need to learn next. n The childminder acknowledges the impact COVID-19 pandemic has had on children's development and learning. She recognises that some of the children's physical and social development has been affected and has been swift in planning to support this. For example, she meets regularly with other childminders. This allows children to socially interact and form friendships. In addition to this, children have recently enjoyed Yoga sessions, helping to enhance their balance and coordination skills. n The childminder understands how to build all children's knowledge over time. She considers the children's interests and next steps to plan a range of interesting experiences and has a large variety of resources for children to

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choose from. However, sometimes, she does not adapt her interactions during activities for the younger children to ensure that their learning and development is extended even further. n The childminder supports children's early communication skills well. She clearly emphasises key words within her interactions, introduces new vocabulary and

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18 August 2022 models the correct pronunciation of words. This helps to support children's understanding and speaking. The childminder provides children with lots of opportunities to develop their early mathematical skills. She effectively teaches children how to count within activities and learn about concepts, such as size and number. n Children are learning how to lead a healthy lifestyle. The childminder encourages them to be physically active and ensures they follow good hygiene routines. The childminder promotes children's awareness of safety in the sun and good oral hygiene. For instance, they discuss why they must wear sun cream and the childminder provides resources and pictures to help the children effectively brush their teeth. n Parents speak highly of the childminder. They value the time she takes to get to know their children. Parents receive information about their child's progress. They enjoy looking at regular updates about their children on an online

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application. The childminder and parents work together collaboratively to focus on children's next steps in learning. n Children are well supported to gain an understanding of diverse communities and their place within these. They enjoy varied and regular trips out in local community and expand their knowledge of communities outside their own through topic work. n The childminder regularly reviews her practice and identifies areas she wants to strengthen further. She networks with other childminders and talks about how they support each other to further develop their knowledge and skills. She is aware of the importance of keeping her early years knowledge up to date. She attends various courses, both online and face-to-face. This helps her support children in their learning and development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a strong knowledge of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. In particular, she keeps abreast of any safeguarding matters that affect local areas and ensures her knowledge is relevant, so as to identify any emerging risks. The childminder understands the procedure to follow should she have a concern about a child. She proactively guides parents to additional services, in order to get the support they need. Children are well supported to learn about keeping themselves and others safe. They play in secure premises and are supervised effectively by the childminder to assure their safety.

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should:

n adapt the implementation of some activities more effectively and make the most

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18 August 2022 of the learning opportunities to engage all children and extend their skills as much as possible.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478877 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10219834 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 31 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Bexley, Kent. She offers care Monday to Thursday, 7.30am to 5.30pm, throughout the year.

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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 childminder. n The inspector had a tour of the premises with the childminder and discussed how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities. She assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder about children's achievements and looked at relevant documents, including evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from their written statements provided for the inspection.

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Inspection activities

18 August 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 August 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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