Childminder in Lambeth

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 applicable

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder speaks to children in French and English. She introduces language using bilingual toys and children hear and use words with her in their play. The childminder creates an environment where children have access to age-appropriate toys. However, the childminder does not demonstrate an ability to plan sufficiently challenging activities for children across the breadth of the early years curriculum. For example, children are not able to build with blocks or use crayons in a sufficiently challenging way.

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder often steps in too quickly to complete tasks for children. Children sometimes become frustrated and bored with the activities the childminder provides. The childminder does not consistently plan or adapt activities to allow children to practise key skills for learning. This does not support all children to develop positive attitudes to their learning.

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder knows children well. She supports children to feel safe through her positive interactions with them. The childminder uses facial expressions and praise to help children to feel secure. Children are happy and have fun in the childminder's home. However, the childminder does not always provide children with nutritious and healthy food. Children are not able to learn about what foods are good for them and how this contributes to their physical health.

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need to do better?

n The childminder finds out about children's pre-existing interests and considers these when planning her day. For example, she plans opportunities for children to dance to music in their own languages as well as English. Children are able to express themselves creatively and develop their interest in music. n The childminder does not ensure that children are provided with high-quality and nutritious food. Children are not able to learn about what is good for them. The childminder does not give children consistent messages about the importance of healthy food. n The childminder has a range of toys for children to play with. However, her planning and sequencing of activities is not yet robust enough. Children are not able to practise a wide enough range of skills. The childminder does not always provide children with sufficient challenge during their play and activities. She does not always engage children effectively in their activities. This means that

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some children do not always reach their developmental milestones. n The childminder understands how to use statutory assessments to track children's milestones. She knows what action to take if children have gaps in their development. The childminder works with external agencies to ensure that children receive additional support, where required.

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need to do better?

27 October 2023 n The childminder understands that children need regular fresh air and exercise. She plans visits to the local park. Children are able to develop their physical strength. The childminder encourages children to take appropriate risks in their play and develop resilience. n The childminder understands how to teach children new language. She sings songs to children in French and English. The childminder speaks clearly to children. She checks that children understand the new vocabulary she teaches. n Parents say that their children are happy at the childminder's home. They say that the childminder talks to them about what they have been doing. Parents report that their children are settled and enjoy spending time with the childminder. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to learn about differences. She talks to children about other people and communities. The childminder encourages children to be tolerant and respectful of the differences

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need to do better?

between themselves and other people. Children are sensitive to each other and understand what makes them unique. n The childminder is reflective of her practice. However, she does not plan ongoing continuous professional development opportunities for herself. This does not support the childminder's teaching skills to continue to improve over time. n The childminder supports children to be respectful of the environment and each other. Children understand the expectations that the childminder has for them. The childminder models kindness and cooperation to children. Children are sensitive to one another as they share and take turns. They display high levels of happiness and behave well.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands the safeguarding issues that may affect children in her care. She regularly attends training to update her knowledge and skills. The childminder knows how to report her concerns to the appropriate authorities. She carries out regular risk assessments to ensure that her home is safe and hazard free.

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Due date

ensure that children are provided with meals, snacks and drinks that are healthy, balanced and nutritious 15/11/2023

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Due date

27 October 2023 plan a challenging and enjoyable experience for each child in all areas of learning and development. 15/12/2023

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should:

n plan professional development opportunities to strengthen teaching skills and help them to develop over time.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2636345 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10305574 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 3 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in the London Borough of Lambeth. She provides care all year round, from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a recognised early years qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years setting, including the aims and rationale for the curriculum.

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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

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