Childminder in Lewisham

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Inadequate

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The provision is good

Children settle well in this warm and welcoming environment. They show they are happy in the childminder's care as they eagerly explore the resources set up for them. The childminder gathers information from parents to help her settle children and form close bonds. This helps children feel safe and secure in her home.

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The provision is good

The childminder has developed a curriculum that supports children in all areas of learning. This helps them to develop the skills needed for future challenges, such as being ready for school. The childminder considers what children already know and can do and identifies what she wants children to learn next. This helps children to make progress in all areas.

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The provision is good

The childminder promotes positive behaviour through praise and encouragement. She supports children to manage their behaviour and resolve any conflicts during their play. The childminder is a good role model. She teaches young children good manners by saying 'please' and 'thank you' throughout the day.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has worked hard since her last inspection to address all the weaknesses raised. She now maintains records of information for all of the children in her care. She has also improved her risk assessments and has removed or minimised any hazards to ensure children's safety and well-being. n The childminder provides a good range of activities and resources to support children's learning and development. However, she does not always consider how to incorporate children's interests during focused activities. As a result, children are less engaged during these activities. n Children sing songs and explore books with the childminder. She increases their vocabulary by repeating words. For example, while reading a book to the children, the childminder repeats words such as 'nose' and 'ear' while pointing to children's noses and ears. This supports children's emerging language. n Children benefit from regular access to the garden and trips to the local park.

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need to do better?

This provides children with fresh air and opportunities to strengthen their large muscles and improve their coordination. The children enjoy using equipment such as the slide and rocker and using the space to move in different ways. n Children learn about healthy lifestyles. The childminder encourages children to eat healthy snacks, such as fruit, and children have access to fresh water throughout the day. Children learn about hygiene as they wash their hands after playing in the garden or having their nappy changed and before meals. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She understands the importance of collaborating closely with parents and other professionals to

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need to do better?

20 September 2023 ensure a consistent approach in supporting all children to make timely progress. n Children learn about different cultures through a range of books, resources and experiences. The childminder visits the library and attends group sessions that explore and celebrate different festivals. The childminder speaks to children about their traditions and shares her own. This helps children to respect other cultures. n The childminder supports children who speak English as an additional language well. She learns basic words and phrases in their home language to help children settle and develop their communication skills. The childminder speaks French and English. She teaches children French words and numbers. This helps all children to learn about different languages. n The childminder has positive partnerships with parents. She shares her observations of children's development with parents and considers their views

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need to do better?

when planning next steps. The childminder uses parent questionnaires to review and improve her practice. This shows that she values parents' views. n The childminder has reviewed her continuous professional development. She has made progress since her last inspection to raise the standard of the learning she provides. She has consulted with the early years team and completed relevant courses. This helps to improve outcomes for children.

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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 follow the correct procedures to report any concerns she may have about the welfare of a child in her care. She is aware of different child protection matters, such as female genital mutilation and radicalisation, and the signs that a child may be at risk. The childminder completes daily risk assessments, indoors and outdoors, to identify any hazards and ensure that the environment is safe. She keeps up to date with mandatory training, such as safeguarding and paediatric first-aid courses.

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should:

n strengthen the planning of focused activities to follow children's interests and support them to become engaged in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY551574 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10287525 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 3 Date of previous inspection 23 March 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides childcare from 7.30am to 7pm, during weekdays, throughout the year. She holds a relevant childcare qualification. The childminder offers funded places for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation.

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Inspection activities

20 September 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

20 September 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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