Childminder in Westminster

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are very happy and settled in the care of this friendly and caring childminder. She works very closely with parents so that she gets to know children well. This supports children to settle and develop close bonds with her. The environment is inviting and children quickly become engaged in self-chosen play. The childminder is clear about what she wants children to learn and why. Her plans include supporting children to be independent in their self-care skills and using the toilet so they are ready for starting school. The childminder makes good use of her assessments, which support her to identify if children are not making expected progress and enable her to take appropriate steps to refer to other professionals.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy sensory play with play dough. The childminder supports children to learn to use the different tools, such as the rolling pin and cutters. Children roll the play dough into small balls, which helps to support their fine hand muscle development. They are aware of the various colours of the play dough and recognise some of the shapes as they use the cutters. Children's behaviour is very good. They demonstrate good manners, using 'please' and 'thank you' when the childminder asks if they would like a drink. Children show kindness as they play with a doctor's kit. They use a stethoscope to listen to their doll's breathing and give them medicine to make them better.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. She encourages lots of conversations as children play. Children engage in lots of two- way conversations and confidently talk about past experiences. For example, they talk about activities they have taken part in when visiting playgroups. The childminder recognises the importance of books in children's learning and encourages children to join her to read books together. n Children have positive attitudes to their learning and enjoy the activities on offer. The childminder interacts with them and also gives them time to play independently. However, occasionally, the childminder redirects children's play too quickly and does not give them time to explore the resources, before she moves children on to other activities. n The childminder is active in the local community and attends various toddler groups during the week. This enables children to mix and socialise with other

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children of similar ages. It also supports children to develop an understanding of differences and similarities in their neighbourhood. The childminder carefully considers children's needs. For example, when settling a new child, she spends more time in the home environment to allow them to get to know her and feel secure before introducing group play. n The childminder is a good role model. She is calm and relaxed in her approach

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8 July 2024 and speaks to children in a gentle way. The childminder encourages children to tidy up toys when they have finished playing, reminding them that that could fall over toys if they are left out on the floor. n Children develop some mathematical knowledge and display problem-solving skills. They enjoy completing inset puzzles and work out if a piece will fit or not. However, some of the mathematical activities the childminder plans are too advanced and consequently children show little interest. Although the childminder has lots of conversations with children as they play, she does not consistently use these opportunities to encourage counting and develop mathematical concepts further in a fun way. n The childminder is committed to her ongoing professional development. She completes regular online training courses and attends childminding forums with the local authority. This ensures that she keeps up to date with any changes to

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legislation and practice. n Partnership with parents is strong. The childminder has cared for some children for a number of years and has bookings for their siblings lined up in the autumn. Parents are extremely happy with the care that she provides. They are particularly happy with the clarity of communication and the emphasis the childminder has on getting children out into the world every day. n The childminder keeps parents up to date with their children's progress and offers advice on how they can support their children's progress at home. This helps to ensure that there is a consistent approach to children's care and learning.

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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 give children more time to explore and complete activities before moving them on to the next learning activity n develop ways to include counting and numbers into activities to support children's early mathematical skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 135141 Local authority Westminster Inspection number 10351648 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 2 Date of previous inspection 3 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997. She lives in Westbourne Park, in the London Borough of Westminster. The childminder offers care each weekday, from 8am until 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 inspector completed a learning walk with the childminder. The childminder explained what she wants children to learn and how she plans for their development. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' written feedback. n The childminder showed the inspector a range of documents, for example her paediatric first-aid certificate and documents relating to children.

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Inspection activities

8 July 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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8 July 2024 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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