Childminder in Islington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 March 2016 21 May 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The experienced childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements for children. She knows the importance of gathering starting points with the parents' views incorporated when children first start at her setting.  The childminder understands the need to regularly monitor children's progress through observation, assessment and to plan activities that support their next stage in learning. She understands how to use this information to support her to identify any weaknesses in children's learning.  The childminder has a good awareness of safeguarding and promoting children's safety and welfare. She understands the signs and symptoms that would cause her concern. She knows who to contact to report concerns and the procedure to follow.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle. She has a good knowledge of how to provide children with healthy food and ensure they take

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The provision meets requirements

daily exercise, to support their well-being.  The childminder demonstrates a very good understanding of how to promote children's positive behaviour and how to support children to respect and value each other's differences.  The childminder displays a good commitment to developing her provision. She evaluates her practice, including extending her knowledge and skills through seeking further training. She understands the importance of taking into account the views of parents and children when implementing changes and improvements.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes and evaluate her practice.  The inspector looked at a selection of the records, policies, and procedures the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are to be used for the care of children, along with equipment and toys that will be used for childminding.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of other adults living in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY284315 Local authority Islington Inspection number 1024511 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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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2004 and lives in London. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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