Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 February 2016 11 May 2010

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands safeguarding issues. She understands the signs and symptoms that my cause her concern and her responsibility to report any of these to help keep children safe.  The childminder is aware of the importance of knowing a child's starting points. She understands the relevance of observing, planning and assessing children's learning to help them make progress and become ready for starting nursery or school.  The childminder understands the importance of keeping up to date with current practice, to provide effective care and learning for children.  The childminder keeps suitable toys and equipment for children of all ages and abilities, so that they can learn through a broad range of activities.  The childminder understands the importance of building strong relationships with children, to help them to get along with others and behave well.  The childminder understands how to work closely with parents and professionals, to

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The provision meets requirements

help promote children's learning and care needs.

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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 sampled documentation, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and her training certificates.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of safeguarding requirements and the systems she has to keep children safe.  The inspector viewed the premises and the resources available for children.  The inspector and the childminder discussed the childminder's methods of assessing children's progress, and how she will plan for children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY403788 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 831267 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in Sidcup in the London Borough of Bexley. She operates from 8am to 6pm, all year round. There were no children on roll at the time of this 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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