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 arrive happy and ready to learn in this warm, nurturing setting. They have loving relationships with the childminder, who knows children well. Parents appreciate the childminder's home-from-home environment and how closely she works with them. Young children benefit from lots of attention and cuddles, which supports them to form secure relationships with the childminder. This builds on their confidence. Children access a broad range of resources, inside and outside. In addition, the childminder uses a dedicated playhouse in the garden to enable children to have free-flow access all year round. For instance, young children use climbing equipment, a small trampoline and natural sensory resources. This provides further opportunities for children to develop strength in their bodies and explore the changing seasons.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children and models good behaviour. She teaches children to be respectful and models positive language, such as 'please' and 'thank you'. As a result, babies are making the sounds for these words when they give and receive toys. From a young age, children show a positive attitude to their learning. For example, they delight in making the stacking cups fit inside each other. Children receive lots of positive praise for their efforts. This builds on their early mathematical skills and self-esteem.

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need to do better?

n The childminder evaluates her practice to ensure she provides high-quality childcare. She uses creative ways to celebrate festivals and cultures within her setting. However, the childminder attends training and recognises further areas for development to ensure the learning environment is inclusive in all areas of the curriculum. n The childminder finds out information about children and their families when they first start. She regularly assesses their individual learning needs and adapts her teaching to support their learning. However, she does not provide a wide range of opportunities for children to build on their social skills and explore the wider world and community. This would provide opportunities for children to interact with their peers, develop their cooperation and negotiation skills. n The childminder provides young children with enjoyable opportunities to mark make and develop the fine motor skills they need for early writing. For instance,

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she models and encourages children to see what marks the different brushes make using water. They use flat-sponge brushes and household cleaning brushes to splash and dab on mats. This gives babies the opportunity to explore cause and effect. n The childminder works effectively with parents. She encourages parents to be involved in their children's learning. For example, the childminder prepares packs

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28 October 2022 for children to take home to extend their activities. This supports children as they learn new skills. Children are prepared well for the next stage of their learning. n Children are skilfully supported to initiate their own play. They are thoroughly engaged in their learning and become engrossed in their activities. For instance, they delight in moving different animals and people around the zoo as they develop their imaginative skills. n The childminder recognises the benefit of children having a healthy diet. She skilfully supports children to try new food. The childminder supports young children to develop their independence while doing small tasks on their own, such as feeding themselves and washing their hands. n Children have daily access to fresh air and exercise. The childminder organises play opportunities to allow children to increase their physical skills and manage risks. This helps them to strengthen their large-muscle skills.

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n Babies enthusiastically join in with singing, showing great enjoyment. They move their bodies and clap along to music from around the world. Children listen and follow the childminder's instructions. Their behaviour is good. n The ambitious childminder plans a curriculum to encourage young children to be inquisitive and curious. She provides purposeful learning that engages the youngest children. For example, they count as they collect leaves in the garden and study the different colours, sizes and textures. This helps to develop children's early mathematical and communication skills. All children make good progress in their learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She recognises the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. The childminder knows who to contact if she is concerned that children are at risk of radicalisation. The childminder knows the procedure to follow if there is an allegation about adults within her home. She has procedures in place to support children in the event of an accident. In addition, the childminder holds a paediatric first-aid certificate. The childminder completes risk assessments before using the garden. She takes effective action to minimise hazards.

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should:

n review the learning environment to ensure you consistently provide an inclusive practice across the curriculum throughout the day n provide more opportunities for children to develop their social skills, to help build on their confidence and resilience.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443174 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10235686 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 2 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Sidcup, in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder operates for most of the year, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She holds a relevant level 2 qualification in childcare.

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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 provider. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. They discussed the curriculum and what it is that the childminder wants children to learn. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder showed the inspector a range of documents, including a copy of her first-aid certificate and evidence of suitability checks. n Discussions were held with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

28 October 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

28 October 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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