Childminder in Bromley

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

Children are extremely well settled and happy in this childminder's care. They thrive in their development due to the care and attention, and the strong bond they share with her. Children show high engagement levels during activities. They follow instructions well and participate actively during play.

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The provision is outstanding

Children access a variety of rich learning resources and experiences. For example, they take part in extra activities such as playgroups and soft play. They learn about mathematical concepts in simple ways during their play. Children listen to and dance to music throughout the day, read books and recall different stories they heard at the library.

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The provision is outstanding

Children are very well supported in their emotional development. They are respected in their wishes and wants. For example, the childminder asks them first if it is okay to change their nappies before she does them. She explains why it is important to do so and what will happen during that time. This helps children know what is happening and what to expect.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder helps children understand their emotions by naming them and offers constant reassurance when they need it. They behave well and respond very positively to the childminder's clearly high expectations. They share and take turns and are gradually learning to care and help others. For example, when another child is unsure of where a toy goes, children kindly show them.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows all the children extremely well. She implements a curriculum that is highly effective in identifying children's needs and next steps. The childminder uses individual ongoing assessments and observations to inform both her strategies and her implementation of the curriculum. This helps all children make exceptional progress in their development. n The childminder has consistently high engagement levels with children. She follows their interests and cues during play and encourages them to join in by using things they like. This supports their engagement and keeps them motivated to learn. n The childminder has a strong knowledge of how to support children's language development. She consistently speaks to children, asks them questions, comments on what they are doing and includes new words when appropriate. For example, when talking about different types of cars, she introduces the

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words digger and truck and talks about their differences. As a result, children become competent communicators and increase their vocabulary. n The childminder encourages children to take on responsibilities, make choices

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16 December 2022 and be independent in their care. For example, they wash their own hands and wipe their faces after lunch. They are constantly given options and choices to choose from. They choose the colour of plate and spoon they would like to use at lunchtime and which songs to listen to. This makes children feel listened to and respected. n The childminder constantly praises children for their achievements. For example, when they wait patiently, take turns when playing or follow instructions well. This helps children identify and feel proud of their own progress. n The childminder understands the importance of educating children in an inclusive environment and celebrates their unique backgrounds. She includes their home language in the setting and celebrates cultural festivities. This makes children feel recognised and valued. n The childminder constantly teaches children about danger and how to identify

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risks. For example, they learn that small toys are not safe to play with and bring them to the childminder to put away. This helps children learn how to manage risks and stay safe. n Parents feel extremely well supported and listened to. They praise the childminder for the quality of the care and education she gives their children and the support she offers them. For example, they mention how flexible she is with last minute childcare needs and how she keeps them updated on their child's development. n The childminder has strong links with the local nurseries, schools and other specialist professionals. She meets with the school teachers and shares concerns if relevant. This helps prepare children for the next steps in their education. n The childminder is very dedicated to her ongoing professional development and effectively reflects on her practice. She does relevant training and identifies areas where she would like to improve. This has helped her to continue to

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maintain an extremely high standard and quality of care for every child.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has great knowledge of a wide range of safeguarding and child protection issues, including female genital mutilation, radicalisation and county lines. She identifies signs and symptoms of abuse and has strong procedures for reporting concerns to the appropriate agencies, including for what to do if there were to be any allegations against her or anyone in her household. The childminder knows how to keep children healthy and safe in the setting. She identifies and minimises potential dangers with effective risk assessments. For example, she keeps all access doors locked, the areas are organised and clean, and any harmful products are kept away from children's reach.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY276913 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10234770 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 11 Date of previous inspection 1 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in West Wickham, in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder cares for children on Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round. She receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder occasionally 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and inspector held discussions about the curriculum. n The inspector and the childminder jointly observed and evaluated an activity. n Th inspector spoke to parents to gather their views on the childminder and the service she provides. n The inspector observed the childminder and spoke with her at appropriate times. n The childminder met with the inspector to discuss the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector reviewed documents relevant to the inspection process.

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Inspection activities

16 December 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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