Childminder in Lambeth

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 happy and well settled with this childminder. They share a positive bond and look for her when they are upset. Children recognise and celebrate when they have done something right and take pride in their achievements. They clap and dance around when that happens. Children show a real interest in stories and enjoy singing and dancing to songs. They repeat some of the words and copy the actions the childminder is making.

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The provision is good

Children behave well. They know what is expected of them and understand the rules of the setting. The childminder is clear in her expectations and children follow instructions well. They learn good manners, such as saying please and thank you, and take good care of the environment they are in. For example, they tidy up the toys when they finish playing with them.

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The provision is good

Children are well engaged in the activities and show continuous motivation to learn. They laugh as they twirl around in the room, use their imagination to draw and attempt to thread with small strings. Children enjoy the food that the childminder provides and communicate their needs well. For example, they tell the childminder when they are hungry or tired.

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n The childminder offers a curriculum that is ambitious and builds on what children already know and can do. She is clear about what she wants children to learn and their needs are well identified from when they join the setting. As such, children make good progress in their development. n Interactions are warm and positive. Teaching and learning are focused on children's interests and what they need to learn next. For example, the childminder uses constant repetition, commenting and questioning in her conversations with children to support their communication and language. As such, they make good progress in their language skills and become competent communicators. n The childminder supports children's understanding of boundaries and rules well. For example, she explains to them that it is not nice to throw toys around and asks them to tidy up when they do it. In these moments, she acts as a good role

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model and helps them do it. This helps children understand what is expected of them and learn right from wrong. n Children have plenty of opportunities to make independent choices during the day. They are eager to explore as they choose the game they want to play with or the songs they want to sing. Yet, there are times when the childminder does things for children that they could do themselves. n The childminder is constantly praising children for their efforts and

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21 February 2023 achievements. This encourages them to persist and keep trying even when they are finding something hard. For example, when they try to match the pieces in a puzzle. This helps children feel proud of themselves and supports their self- esteem. n The daily routine is well explained to children and the childminder constantly talks to them about what is happening and what will happen next. Care routines such as nappy change are warm and positive. This helps children settle and supports their well-being. n On occasion, the childminder does not further explain to children why they should not do something. For example, when they put pens in their mouths, she asks them not to do it but does not explain why that could be dangerous. Despite this, she has an appropriate understanding of risks and how to keep children away from harm. n Healthy and nutritious snacks are available for children to eat throughout the

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day. The childminder talks to children about the benefits of certain foods and encourages them to eat them. This contributes to children's physical health and their understanding of healthy choices. n The childminder puts in place effective parent partnership strategies to involve and inform parents of their child's progress. For example, she shares assessments and gives daily updates on what they have done that day. This means children benefit from a positive flow of communication between the people who care for them.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has appropriate knowledge of safeguarding and child protection. She recognises signs and symptoms of abuse and is aware of the right procedures to report concerns, including if an allegation is made against her or anyone in the household. She knows about the different agencies she must contact if she suspects a child is a victim of or is at risk of harm. The childminder knows the correct procedures to employ assistants and understands her responsibilities regarding the ongoing suitability of household members. She makes sure she keeps her mandatory training up to date.

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should:

n maximise opportunities for children to increase their independence and self-help skills n take full advantage of existing opportunities to enhance children's understanding of risks and how to stay safe even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439350 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10235627 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 1 Date of previous inspection 24 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in the Brixton area in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm, all year round except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rational for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector observed the childminder implementing an activity and jointly evaluated it. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children and spoke with her at appropriate times. n The childminder and the inspector had discussions around the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector reviewed documents relevant to the inspection process.

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Inspection activities

21 February 2023 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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