Childminder in Islington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 March 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Not applicable The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She uses this knowledge to assess children's progress and provide a stimulating environment so that children can learn through play and exploration.  The childminder shows that she values the information she gains from parents. She explains how she works in partnership with parents and other providers in order to meet children's needs consistently.  The childminder understands the importance of providing a range of good quality resources. She has displayed positive images of diversity and examples of languages children speak throughout her home for children to use as part of their play.  The childminder has attended training in child protection. She knows child protection procedures and understands her responsibility to protect the welfare of children.  The childminder gives priority to children's safety. She carries out thorough risk

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The provision meets requirements

assessments throughout the home and for outings.  The childminder attends regular training to enhance her knowledge and further support children's development.  The childminder uses self-evaluation in order to monitor and improve her practice and to help her set targets for improvement.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked around the childminder's home and at the resources available for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to provide a range of activities and experiences for children to support their learning.  The inspector talked with the childminder about how she keeps children safe and protects them from potential harm.  The inspector reviewed the childminder's policies and documentation, including those for assessing children's development and for safeguarding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424400 Local authority Islington Inspection number 753231 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in the Archway area of the London Borough of Islington. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. At the time of the inspection, there were no children on roll.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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