Childminder in Hackney

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 January 2016 26 March 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in protecting the safety and welfare of children. She maintains all the documents, policies and procedures required for the safe and efficient running of her provision.  The childminder provides a warm and safe environment. She has a good understanding of how to ensure the setting and outdoor areas are safe for children to explore.  The childminder understands the importance of observing children regularly to assess their development. She knows how to use information from parents and her own observations to plan a range of activities and experiences to help children make progress from their starting points.  The childminder builds good relationships with parents and other professionals. She knows how to provider a shared and consistent approach to support children's individual needs.  The childminder has a wide range of resources for children to learn about differences

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The provision meets requirements

between themselves and others, which children can independently access.  The childminder knows how to promote children's good health. She understands the importance of good hygiene, providing healthy meals and daily outdoor experiences.  The childminder evaluates her practice to identify areas for development and improve outcomes for children.

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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 viewed the childminders premises and the equipment used for childminding.  The inspector looked at children's records and a range of documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector asked the childminder questions to assess her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and how she will keep children safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 144364 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 841660 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 26 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in Clapton, in the London Borough of Hackney. The childminder operates from 8am to 5.30pm, Mondays to Fridays, throughout the year. There were no children present at the time of the inspection.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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