Childminder in Lewisham

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 content and happy in the childminder's home. They respond positively to the childminder's affection and supportive interactions. The childminder's home is calm and relaxed, which creates a positive atmosphere for children's learning. The childminder organises her home well to ensure children can access the resources they need. For example, babies can access the books on the lowest shelves, while older children can find appropriate toys, books and games on higher shelves. This ensures that small parts are out of reach of babies and that all children can independently access the resources that challenge them.

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The provision is good

Children confidently talk to the childminder about what happens at home, and the childminder encourages the development of children's recall skills. For example, one child tells the childminder about a cat bringing a mouse into the home. Children behave well and can confidently express their needs. The childminder clearly explains the importance of washing hands to keep germs away, as well as eating healthy food for their teeth.

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The provision is good

Children learn from the kind, gentle and engaged childminder. She shows a genuine interest in children's stories and ideas. The childminder presents opportunities for children to practise turn taking, sharing and their good manners. Children make friends and enjoy a wide range of experiences, both indoors and outdoors. This helps them to make good progress in all areas of learning.

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need to do better?

n Children love songs and stories. They eagerly search the props and puppets basket to find the items they are looking for. They present these to the childminder, who enthusiastically sings the accompanying song with the children. Children smile with delight when they hear a favourite rhyme, and they join in with actions and sounds. n The childminder introduces children to mathematical concepts from a young age. She has plenty of resources to support children to identify shapes, patterns and colours. She extends children's use of mathematical language in her conversations with children as they play. This gives children a strong foundation in early mathematics. n The childminder uses the space available to provide good-quality learning and development opportunities. The childminder takes children to parks, playgroups and other amenities in the local area. This gives children opportunities to play in larger groups and learn more about the community they live in.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is extremely proud of the progress children make in her care. She offers them praise and encouragement throughout the day. This boosts children's confidence and self-esteem. Children develop their self-care skills.

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need to do better?

8 December 2022 They learn to dress, wash their hands and use the toilet, which prepares them well for when they start school. n The childminder prepares healthy, home-cooked food in her clean and tidy kitchen. Children learn to use cutlery as they enjoy their food. The childminder encourages children to eat their vegetables and try new foods. Children go out every day and get plenty of opportunities to run, climb and further extend their physical skills. This helps children to be active and develops their understanding of living healthy lifestyles. n The childminder reflects on the work she has done and how she can make improvements for the future. For example, she has learned from an attempt at planting with children and has plans to be more successful in the future. However, the childminder does not always get the most from parent feedback to help her drive improvement even further. n The childminder ensures that children are very well supervised as they play, and

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need to do better?

she organises her provision to promote children's safety and well-being. Children learn good hygiene routines. For example, the childminder teaches children the importance of handwashing before mealtimes. The childminder supports children to use cutlery and help when it is time to tidy up. This prepares children well for their eventual move to school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has good knowledge of how to recognise the signs of abuse, neglect and other safeguarding issues. She has a good understanding of what to do if she has concerns about the well-being of a child. The childminder understands what to do if an allegation is made against her or a member of her household. She ensures that her safeguarding knowledge stays up to date by attending courses organised by the local authority and other providers. The childminder identifies risks accurately and takes steps to ensure that her home is safe for children. She teaches children how to stay safe when they go on trips, to promote their understanding of how to keep themselves safe.

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should:

n enhance existing parent feedback processes to gain a better understanding of how the setting can be further developed to help children make even greater progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439826 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10235630 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 4 Date of previous inspection 28 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides childcare all day, on weekdays, for most of the year, from 8am to 6pm.

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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 took the inspector on a learning walk and discussed how she organises her provision and her curriculum. n The inspector observed an activity and evaluated this with the childminder. n During the inspection, the inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times. n The inspector viewed feedback from parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she keeps her home safe and evaluated the steps the childminder takes to identify and address hazards.

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Inspection activities

8 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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Inspection activities

8 December 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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