Childminder in Waltham Forest

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2016 7 April 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of how young children learn. She understands how to implement positive teaching methods to help children make good progress across the seven areas of learning.  The childminder understands how to create a welcoming environment. She has a broad range of toys, equipment and resources to meet the learning needs of different age groups of children.  The childminder fully understands her role in protecting and safeguarding children. She has a secure knowledge of the child protection procedures and has undertaken training. The childminder has also considered ways to teach children about how to keep themselves safe.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She discusses the importance of providing children with a healthy diet and ensuring they have daily opportunities to experience fresh air and exercise. She understands how to manage

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The provision meets requirements

children's behaviour in a positive way and has identified simple house rules.  The childminder understands her responsibilities with regard to promoting children's safety. She has conducted relevant risk assessments of the premises to manage any potential hazards. There are sound emergency evacuation procedures in place and systems for collecting required information from parents. This includes details of children's dietary needs and preferences.  The childminder is able to discuss the arrangements she has in place for evaluating her practice. She intends to regularly ask parents and children for their feedback on her service. She seeks advice and support from her local childminding network, in order to keep up to date with changes in legislation.

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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 observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are used for childminding.  The inspector observed the indoor and outdoor play space and held discussions with the childminder in relation to health and safety.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the childminder's policies and recording procedures the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members and the childminder's qualifications and training.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY344432 Local authority Waltham Forest Inspection number 1024466 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 7 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in North Chingford in the London borough of Waltham Forest. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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