Childminder in Greenwich

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder creates a welcoming and nurturing environment. She is friendly and attentive, which helps children to settle quickly on arrival. Children move independently around the childminder's home and choose what they want to play with. They demonstrate a warm and secure relationship with the childminder by inviting her to join their play. Children go to her for cuddles and comfort, which they receive in abundance. This helps children to feel safe in the childminder's care. Children show confidence around authorised visitors and are happy to show them their favourite toys.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans a broad and varied curriculum, with a focus on developing children's speech and language skills. She encourages children to engage in new experiences and learn through trial and error. For instance, children show concentration as they experiment with different items, discovering what sinks and floats. Children discover that heavy items sink and light items float. The childminder skilfully incorporates new vocabulary, such as 'smooth, rough, heavy' and 'light', and explains what they mean to the children. This helps to broaden children's experiences and vocabulary. Children make good progress and develop the skills they need for the next stage of their learning.

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The provision is good

The childminder is a positive role model with high expectations for children's behaviour. She encourages children to share resources and take turns. Children are kind to each other and make meaningful friendships. Older children say they enjoy going on outings and playing with their friends. Children have high self-esteem and a good sense of belonging.

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need to do better?

n Children are keen to explore a wide range of resources and activities. For example, older children practise their early writing skills by making marks on a board, which helps them develop their fine motor skills. Younger children enjoy moving themselves on wheeled toys using their feet, which helps them develop their gross motor skills. n When children first start at the childminder's setting, she gathers detailed information from parents about their children's prior learning. She uses this information, along with her own observations and assessments, to identify what children need to learn next. For example, the childminder sings songs with children and reads stories to them to build on their speaking skills. n The childminder continuously shares information with parents about what their children have been learning and the progress they make. In addition, she offers support and guidance to parents so that there is continuity of care and learning

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need to do better?

for the children, which supports their overall development.

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need to do better?

18 June 2024 n Overall, the childminder promotes positive behaviour. Children behave well and demonstrate friendly behaviour to each other and the childminder. However, the childminder is not consistent when reminding children of the boundaries and rules. For example, children running in the childminder's home are not challenged. This does not fully support children's understanding of how their behaviour impacts themselves and others. n The childminder organises regular outings and trips to enhance children's learning experiences. Children visit the library, farm, beach and park. This helps children to learn about their local and wider community. Furthermore, they have opportunities to socialise with other adults and children. These experiences help children to develop their social skills and confidence in different environments. n The childminder evaluates her provision to improve her practice. She recognises

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need to do better?

the benefits of professional development to build on her good knowledge and skills. For example, the childminder is currently undertaking an early years professional development programme, which aims to support her to continuously improve her teaching and keep her knowledge up to date. n The childminder is caring, which helps children feel settled and happy. Children explore the learning environment and make independent choices about their play. However, the childminder does not fully promote children's independence during daily routines to extend this further. For example, she helps older children wipe their noses and pour water from a child-size jug into their cups, rather than allowing children to attempt these tasks for themselves. n Parents have a good relationship with the childminder and are delighted with the care and education their children receive. The childminder shares daily feedback regarding children's time at her setting. Parents value her support and advice,

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need to do better?

such as working together to encourage children to eat healthily. Parents feel reassured that their children are safe, happy, and developing well under the care of the childminder.

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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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should:

n develop a consistent approach to reinforcing rules and boundaries to help children gain a deeper understanding of what is expected of them n enhance children's daily routines to promote their independence and self-care skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY438616 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10339311 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 7 Date of previous inspection 10 July 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Woolwich Dockyard, in the London Borough of Greenwich. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, except for family and bank holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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 childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder organises the early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of a group activity with the childminder. n The inspector considered written feedback from parents. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

18 June 2024 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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