Childminder in Bromley

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 share very nurturing and sensitive relationships with the childminder. She is extremely attentive to their needs and has high expectations of them, and they behave well. Children are emotionally secure and enjoy sitting with the childminder to share stories or to seek comfort when they want it. Children engage enthusiastically as they play with a wide range of resources and when the childminder joins their play. The childminder helps children to develop their communication and language skills very well. For example, she shares stories and children show enjoyment as they lift flaps and feel textures in the book. They listen intently to new information and stories, to develop their listening and attention skills.

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The provision is good

Children learn to be independent in preparation for the next stage of their learning. For example, babies use a spoon to feed themselves and drink from a cup. Older children learn to put their own coats and shoes on. The childminder praises children for taking turns and is a good role model. She speaks to children with respect and values their ideas, which encourages them to do the same to others. Children are becoming confident communicators and make good progress in their learning and development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a good knowledge of the areas of development and what she wants children to learn. She knows the children well. With thoughtful observation and assessment, she identifies areas where children need support. She gathers information from parents about what the children can do before they start with her. Therefore, all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language, make good progress from their starting points. n The childminder is good at modelling language for children and introducing new vocabulary. She introduces new words as they look at books together. The childminder asks relevant questions during children's play to enhance their thinking and speaking skills. Children enthusiastically join in regular singing sessions with the childminder to enhance their language. The childminder introduces different sounds using a variety of musical instruments. This supports

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children's listening skills further. n The childminder uses outings, such as meeting up with friends, to increase the children's confidence in different situations. Children enjoy using the local community for walks to the local park. The childminder uses these opportunities to further support children to develop their physical skills and emotional well- being. n The childminder is a good role model for children. She is calm and caring. The

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need to do better?

30 March 2023 childminder knows children well and makes every effort to make sure that their unique needs are met. She sets clear boundaries for children and treats them with courtesy and respect. Children behave well. n Children benefit from warm and meaningful interactions with the childminder as she joins their play. For example, she eagerly supports them as they explore building blocks and various musical instruments. However, at times, the childminder does not allow younger children the time they need to explore resources before engaging them in another activity. n The childminder skilfully teaches mathematical language as the children play. For example, she encourages children's counting as they build towers with blocks. She talks to the children about the different sizes as they add shapes to the shape-sorter house. She supports children to develop their small hand muscles and to problem-solve when completing puzzles as they match the

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correct picture. n Partnerships with parents is good. Parents value the care their children receive. They speak highly of the information they regularly receive on the progress their children make. The childminder has developed links with other settings that children attend to ensure continuity of care and learning. n The childminder considers her provision and self-evaluates her practice. She has a good understanding of her strengths and areas for improvement. She engages parents' feedback through regular questionnaires and uses this as part of her evaluation process. She continues to maintain her own professional development by ensuring that she is up to date with good practice and mandatory training.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder fully understands her responsibilities in relation to keeping children safe. She has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and is confident about how to report any concerns. She understands the process to follow should there be an allegation made against her or a member of her household. The childminder attends regular online and face-to- face training to ensure that her knowledge is up to date. The childminder's home is safe and secure. She has good hygiene routines in place to support children's health.

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should:

n give younger children time to explore their environment and chosen activities to enhance their learning further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481307 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10219865 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 25 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. Her premises are located in Orpington, in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder offers care Monday to Thursday, from 7.30am until 6pm. She offers funded early education for children aged three and four years. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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 their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk together and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between children and the childminder. n The inspector spoke to parents, as well as sampling written feedback from parents, to gather their views. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

30 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

30 March 2023 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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