My Childcare and Me

Inspection of My Childcare and Me 1 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath SE3 0BU

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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

Leaders and practitioners help children to feel safe and secure at this welcoming and friendly setting. Practitioners interact well with children. They comfort and reassure them with cuddles or soothing words when needed. Practitioners create a safe and engaging learning environment where they provide children with a range of activities that ignite their interests and support them to meet their next steps. Children are continuously engrossed in their play and learning. This helps them to develop positive attitudes towards their learning.

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The provision is good

Practitioners have a positive influence on children. They have high expectations for their behaviour. They role model respect, manners and kindness through their interactions with each other and children. For example, practitioners ask permission before changing children's nappies or helping to feed them. This helps children to behave well and play cooperatively with their friends, sharing and taking turns with resources.

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The provision is good

Practitioners have good knowledge of their key children. They use a variety of strategies to meet the individual needs and interests of the children. Generally, they engage children in activities that align with their interests and developmental stage. For example, young children strengthen their grip when pulling colourful materials from a box. Older children develop their number and letter recognition from a variety of activities on offer. This approach enhances motivation for learning and builds self-esteem.

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n Since the last inspection, leaders have worked hard to implement an effective curriculum. They have improved practitioners knowledge and understanding of the curriculum through training and tailored support. Practitioners know what they want children to learn. They use their skills to plan activities and experiences that interest and engage children and help them to meet their next steps in development. This supports children to make progress from their starting points. n Leaders have plans in place to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and who speak English as an additional language. Practitioners receive training to enhance their skills and they gather key information from parents and other professionals to ensure they are using a consistent approach to support all children. n Practitioners efficiently cater to the physical needs of children. They provide babies with ample space and appropriate resources that allow them to move in

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different ways. This helps to strengthen their muscles in preparation for their next stage in development. Older children engage in physical activities, such as

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16 April 2024 running and climbing, using the garden and local outdoor spaces. This builds on their strength and coordination. Additionally, children enjoy physical education, dance and yoga sessions with external teachers to support their physical development. n Practitioners have worked hard to enhance their input into developing children's communication and language skills. Practitioners introduce and model new words. For example, while children play with a toy lemon, practitioners introduce the word 'sour' when describing taste. They speak with children throughout the day, and ask questions during activities. However, at times, practitioners use a lot of closed questions, this does not encourage children to share their ideas or extend their vocabulary. n Singing and stories are frequently used by practitioners across the setting to support language skills. Older children enjoy looking at books alone or with an

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adult or friend. They talk together about what they see in the pictures and recite the parts of the story they know. Babies enjoy short stories and songs at group time. However, at times, the chosen songs are too advanced for babies which means they are unable to fully engage. n Children have many opportunities to develop their independence. All children have access to a 'self-care station' where they can access drinking water and tissues to wipe their nose. Older children pour their own water, while babies can get their own beaker. Babies are encouraged to make choices throughout the day and to feed themselves at mealtimes. Older children put on their own coats using the 'flip method', use the bathroom and serve their own food. n Leaders and practitioners have developed good relationships with parents. Practitioners share updates on children's development face to face and through the online app. They work with parents to decide children's next steps. Parents

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speak positively about the setting. They say their children are happy and thriving and they appreciate the range of communication they receive.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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n further promote children's language and communication skills by consistently using techniques, such as asking effective questions n review the planning of group activities to match the age and stage of development for babies so that activities fully engage them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2629656 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10326890 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 50 Number of children on roll 27 Name of registered person My Childcare and Me Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 02080664990 Date of previous inspection 27 November 2023

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Information about this early years setting

My Childcare and Me registered in 2021 and is situated in Blackheath Village. It is open from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The setting also runs an after-school provision. A total of 12 staff work directly with children. Of these, 10 staff hold qualifications at level 2 or above. The nursery receives funding to provide early education for children aged two years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The manager and inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the setting and discussed the early years curriculum. n Children interacted with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector talked to practitioners at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector spoke with the provider and managers about the leadership and management of the setting. 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 practitioners and children. n The inspector carried out joint observations of group activities with the manager.

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n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of practitioners working in the setting.

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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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