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 Good

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The provision is good

The childminder creates a warm and stimulating environment that fosters children's play and learning. By following a child-led curriculum, she tailors learning to each child's interests and developmental needs. The childminder plans regular outings to places, such as the park and local playgroups, to enhance children's social, physical and cognitive skills while broadening their understanding of the world.

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The provision is good

Children form strong and positive bonds with the childminder, who is kind and attentive. Parents and carers report that their children are eager to attend the setting. They comment their children are excited by the engaging activities the childminder plans based on their preferences. The childminder actively listens to children and encourages independent choices, keeping them motivated and involved in their learning journey. She focuses on developing children's physical skills, such as providing low-level furniture for babies to pull themselves up and strengthen their core-muscle and balancing skills.

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The provision is good

The childminder creates activities to spark children's curiosity, such as freezing dinosaurs in ice cubes. She encourages children to work together and find ways to free the dinosaurs. The childminder models the behaviour she expects and teaches children about emotions and their meanings. She uses an emotions chart to help children to express how they feel, supporting them to manage their emotions and self-regulate. As a result, children develop positive attitudes towards their learning and behave well.

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n The childminder observes children closely to understand their current stage of development and plans activities based on what they need to learn next. She knows the importance of sequentially building on children's skills and knowledge. This supports children to make positive progress. n The childminder fosters respect and early understanding of diversity by planning activities that explore children's personal identities and different cultures. For example, she provides books on Romanian rhymes, Indian tales, and African stories. The childminder also encourages parents' involvement, such as celebrating Burns Night with vegetarian haggis. She helps children to make cultural connections and develop an inclusive attitude as they grow. n The childminder builds strong partnerships with parents, gathering important information during children's induction period. She keeps parents informed about their children's development and shares ideas to support their learning at home.

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Parents are very happy with the service they receive and say their children make good progress. n The childminder integrates mathematics into routines and activities. She uses

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19 December 2024 shape sorters and helps children to explore space. The childminder also encourages children to identify shapes on outings, asks questions about directions and provides problem-solving opportunities to enhance children's mathematical skills. n The childminder fosters children's love of books by reading regularly and encouraging activities such as role play based on stories. She also takes children to the library weekly to explore books and singing sessions. This supports children's development of early literacy skills. n The childminder is dedicated to supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She works closely with parents and professionals to create individualised plans that address each child's needs. The childminder regularly reflects on, and monitors, her practice to ensure that the provision remains effective. n Overall, the childminder interacts well with children, talking through their play

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and asking questions, giving them time to think and respond. She joins in and keeps them engaged. However, sometimes, the childminder does not give children enough uninterrupted time to play, which limits their ability to explore ideas and develop their thinking skills further. n Children become confident communicators in this setting. The childminder ensures that children are heard and focuses on developing their language skills. She introduces new vocabulary through games, such as 'What is in the bag?', to help children to grow their language and communication abilities. n The childminder fosters healthy attitudes through daily physical activities, such as climbing and ball games, that build children's stamina and coordination. She promotes healthy eating by involving children in gardening where they grow and harvest their own food. The childminder provides educational trips to further enhance their knowledge of nature and nutrition, positively impacting on their

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overall development of healthy habits and attitudes. n The childminder completes all required training, such as first aid and safeguarding. She is committed to seeking additional training to further enhance the quality of education and care she provides.

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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 allow children more uninterrupted time to freely explore, investigate and try out their own ideas, to better support their thinking skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539791 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10363942 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 4 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 16 January 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions during activities indoors and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The childminder took the inspector on a learning walk around the premises to explain how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of all persons living and working on the premises. n The childminder and inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Inspection activities

19 December 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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19 December 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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