Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection date: 17 February 2023 - 23 March 2023

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Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

The quality of education Requires improvement Behaviour and attitudes Requires improvement Personal development Requires improvement Leadership and management Requires improvement Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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The provision requires improvement

Children have developed secure attachments with the childminder and feel safe in her care. Children respond positively when the childminder sits next to them to read or play and they enjoy her company. The childminder uses the information gathered from parents before children start at her setting to understand their interests. She uses this information to decide which resources to offer to children. However, although the childminder observes children as they play, she does not use this information well enough to build further on what they already know and can do. Although she now meets the learning and development requirements, she does not use her observations to provide challenge to a good level.

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder does not organise the environment to fully promote children's independence and they do not consistently get enough challenge to progress their learning to the next level. For example, although children want to wash their hands independently, they are unable to reach the sink because the step is too low. Children can play and learn safely inside the childminder's home. However, the childminder has not risk assessed the garden effectively which exposes children to a risk of harm. This limits children's ability to confidently explore outside and make the most of outdoor learning opportunities. Despite weaknesses in the quality of education, overall, children behave well. They enjoy being with the childminder and respond well to her praise and encouragement. Children learn positive behaviour and good manners, which helps them to interact well with others.

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need to do better?

n Children have access to a range of toys and books, and children of all ages can help themselves and develop independence in their play. The childminder suitably explains how she uses these resources to help support children's speaking and counting skills. Her knowledge of how to support children's communication skills is stronger than in other areas of learning. n The childminder's risk assessment procedure ensures that hazards inside the property are minimised. This demonstrates that the childminder understands, and is capable of, effective risk assessment. However, this has not been effectively extended to the outside space to fully minimise risks to children's safety, including litter, sharp objects and unsuitable furniture. This means the childminder cannot allow children to fully explore their mobility or interests when using the outside space. The childminder monitors children as they play to

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need to do better?

ensure that there is no significant risk to children. However, these weaknesses could potentially impact on children's safety if not addressed. n The childminder has a basic understanding of the areas of learning and children enjoy sharing stories with the childminder, responding well to her questions. The childminder has created a cosy area in her home where children can read.

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need to do better?

17 February 2023 However, the childminder's planning does not extend to the outdoors where there are few resources. This hinders the progress children are able to make in all areas of learning from their starting points, particularly when they choose to play outside. n The childminder tries to give children interesting and enjoyable experiences. However, the childminder is sometimes unaware of the reasons for the activity. Consequently, some adult-led activities are not effective in engaging children. For example, when children are invited to participate in a messy play activity in the garden, the childminder is not clear about what children need to learn. Children become confused and disinterested and quickly move to play elsewhere. n The childminder gathers the information she needs before children start to ensure that they settle well into her care. She keeps an accurate daily register and communicates with parents to discuss children's progress. The childminder

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need to do better?

understands the requirement to provide parents with a health and development review when children are aged between two and three years. n At times, such as during mealtimes, children are without interaction from the childminder. The childminder has not organised the environment to ensure that mealtimes are social and she can engage with children easily while they eat. For example, at lunchtime, children sit facing the wall. Although the childminder attempts to talk to the children, they can not see her face which limits interaction considerably. As a result, the opportunity for social mealtimes is lost. n The childminder provides healthy meals and snacks. Children have access to their own water bottles and know when they need to have a drink. Children wash their hands before they eat. This helps children learn about being healthy and taking care of themselves, in readiness for school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder updates her training to help her safeguard children and keep her knowledge up to date. She understands her role and responsibility in keeping children safe. The childminder knows the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She understands the procedures to follow and who to contact if she has a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder demonstrates an awareness of safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent' duty guidance and female genital mutilation. Risk assessments are in place. The childminder does not identify all aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis, with specific regard to the outside area.

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Due date

ensure ongoing risk assessments are completed to avoid potential hazards, minimise risk and keep children safe, both inside and outside in the garden. 14/03/2023

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should:

n develop the curriculum to better reflect the needs and ages of the children and what they need to learn through challenging experiences that extend their learning n organise the environment to allow children opportunities to develop their independence, such as washing their hands, so that they can demonstrate the self-care skills of which they are capable n making the most of opportunities at mealtimes to engage children in interactions that enhance their verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY315203 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10258227 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 5 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 19 May 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Abbey Wood, in the London Borough of Greenwich. She is works Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, apart from bank and family holidays.

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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 provider. n The inspector observed children and the childminder taking part in a range of activities and assessed the impact on children's learning and development over time. n The childminder and the inspector reflected on learning experiences for children. n A range of documentation was viewed by the inspector, including public liability insurance and the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification. n Parents shared their views with the inspector. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable.

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Inspection activities

17 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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Inspection activities

17 February 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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