Childminder in Southwark

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 settle extremely well into the warm and welcoming environment which the childminder provides. Young babies enjoy cuddles and respond well to regular reassurance when they are settling in. This supports them to build attachments and enhances their emotional well-being. Older children learn to adjust quickly to new children joining the group. They copy the caring approach from the childminder and receive praise for sharing the toys. Children know the routine well. They make choices in their play and help to tidy away before choosing something else. Older children demonstrate their independence with putting on their coats and shoes. They listen to the childminder, follow instructions and behave well.

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The provision is good

Children show a positive attitude to their learning. They happily play alongside the childminder and enjoy her company. Together, they draw dinosaurs with chalk, which helps to develops their fine motor skills. Children increase their imaginations as they play with different animals. The childminder challenges children's thinking skills as they discuss the animals features and learn about their habitats. Babies enjoy tummy time and reach for interactive toys. They watch the coloured lights and move their bodies to the music. The childminder engages with babies by repeating their babble and noises, which helps to promote their early communication skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder gets to know children well from the start. She collects information from parents and plans her curriculum to build on children's interests and previous experiences. The childminder uses observations and assessments to ensure that any gaps in children's development are addressed and next steps are identified. She completes the progress check for children when they are aged between two and three years. n The childminder places a high priority on children's communication and language development. She engages children in conversations and introduces new vocabulary. The childminder asks meaningful questions and gives children time to think and answer. Children are encouraged to speak in longer sentences. They enjoy sharing stories and singing together. n Children have opportunities to learn about their local community and the world around them, which increases their understanding. Children enjoy jumping in

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puddles, watch water run into the drain and learn about the weather. They travel on the bus and talk about things they see in the environment. Children identify fruit at the greengrocer's and make links to their previous learning. n The childminder extends children's understanding of mathematics through her practice. Children name shapes as they build with wooden blocks and learn that two semicircles make a circle. They extend their understanding of numbers and

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need to do better?

9 March 2023 learn the concepts of size and weight. The childminder sings number rhymes and introduces mathematical language during conversations. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. She regularly takes children to the park to help them to increase their physical and social skills. Children extend their balance and coordination, such as when they use climbing apparatus. The childminder promotes good hygiene practices. She talks to children about oral health and takes them to visit the dentist. Children eat nutritional meals. n Parents speak very highly of the childminder and the service which she provides. They state that she is caring and supportive and gives them good advice and guidance. Communication is good. The childminder provides parents with regular updates on their children's learning. She shares ideas to continue children's learning at home. However, partnership working with other settings which

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need to do better?

children attend is not as effective. n The childminder supports children to increase their understanding of diversity and inclusion. She promotes children's home languages, alongside learning English. Together, they learn about different cultural and religious festivals and taste traditional food. Children enjoy stories and play with resources that reflect the wider world. This helps them to learn respect and to understand what makes them unique. n The childminder is proactive in increasing her professional development. She attends training courses to develop her knowledge and raise the quality of education. The childminder has addressed her previous recommendations and made changes to extend creative activities. She shares ideas with other childminders and seeks views from parents to help her evaluate her practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder uses risk assessments and daily checks to ensure that her environment is free from hazards and safe for children to play. She teaches children about road safety and online safety. The childminder completes safeguarding training, including the 'Prevent' duty. She recognises the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm or abuse. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns regarding a child's welfare. She ensures that suitability checks are in place for all family members and holds a paediatric first-aid qualification.

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should:

n strengthen partnerships with other settings which children attend to provide a more consistent approach to their learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY484513 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10276239 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 2 Date of previous inspection 6 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Elephant and Castle, in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder provides care for children all year round, from 6.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 6.

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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 her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and inspector carried out a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and inspector carried out a joint observation and discussed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their views. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about safeguarding and how she evaluates her practice. n The inspector looked at relevant documents, including paediatric first-aid certificate, qualifications, insurance and suitability checks.

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Inspection activities

9 March 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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Inspection activities

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