Childminder in Bexley

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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The provision is good

Children settle well into the childminder's care. The childminder gathers key information from parents to help her create close bonds with children. This helps children to feel safe and happy in her home. The childminder implements babies' home routines into her own, such as feeds and sleep, to help children to feel familiar and secure.

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The provision is good

The childminder has an ambitious curriculum for all children that reflects their individual interests and next steps in learning. Children access a range of resources and activities that span the seven areas of learning. The childminder adapts activities to meet the range of ages and abilities of the children in her care.

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The provision is good

Children mostly learn what is expected of them. The childminder has high expectations of children's behaviour, she teaches them the importance of tidying up and respecting resources. However, when dealing with conflict situations, the childminder does not always encourage children to talk about their feelings or the situation, to help them understand the impact their actions have on others.

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need to do better?

n The childminder uses songs and stories to support children's emerging language and communication skills. The childminder uses positive body language, she speaks to children and comments on their play. For example, when interacting with babies, the childminder makes eye contact and smiles while commenting on the babies' actions. n Children benefit from regular access to outside space. The childminder takes them for walks to the local parks. Children get fresh air and opportunities to strengthen their muscles and improve their balance with large movements, such as running and climbing. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She works closely with parents and other agencies to ensure children receive consistent support to make good progress in their development. n The childminder understands the importance of parent partnerships and puts in

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need to do better?

place strategies to involve and inform parents of their child's progress. For example, she shares her observations with parents to decide the next steps to work on together. This means parents are involved in their child's learning and development. n The childminder supports children to develop independence skills by encouraging them to do tasks themselves, such as putting on their coats and shoes. Children independently explore the environment and choose their own toys.

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need to do better?

11 July 2023 n The childminder plans a range of experiences for children. For example, they visit the library, shops and parks within the local community. This helps children to learn about people and the world around them. n Children learn about different people and cultures through a range of books, resources and experiences. The childminder celebrates different cultural festivals by exploring traditional food and items with the children. However, the childminder does not fully understand how to support children with English as an additional language to develop their communication skills. n The childminder promotes children's school readiness by working in partnership with teachers. She arranges visits to the school and shares key information to support a smooth transition. The childminder supports children to become confident and eager learners to prepare them for the next stages in their learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has reviewed her continuous professional development and has completed relevant courses, such as paediatric first-aid training. This will help her to provide the appropriate support in the event of an accident.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding. She knows how to report any concerns she may have about the welfare of a child in her care. She is aware of various child protection matters, such as female genital mutilation and radicalisation. The childminder completes daily risk assessments to identify any hazards, and ensure that the environment is safe. She keeps up to date with her mandatory safeguarding training.

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should:

n support children to manage their own behaviour and feelings and understand the impact their behaviour has on others n provide opportunities to support children who speak English as an additional language to develop their communication skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY307322 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10279603 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 12 January 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Slade Green, in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder offers a flexible service for most parts of the year.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure those are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

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

11 July 2023 11 July 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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