Childminder in Barnet

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 April 2016 7 December 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of her safeguarding responsibility. She is well informed about procedures to follow and has relevant contact numbers for safeguarding agencies. She understands the importance of sharing information with parents about her role to protect children and keep them safe from harm.  The childminder provides a welcoming environment with a vast range of age- appropriate resources for children. She demonstrates her understanding of effective practice that ensures these are checked regularly and remain suitable for use.  The childminder gives a high priority to safety. She carries out comprehensive risk assessments of the premises and for outings. The childminder ensures that equipment, such as a fire blanket, is available. She has procedures in place for the evacuation of the premises in the event of emergencies.  The childminder demonstrates her good understanding of promoting children's health

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The provision meets requirements

and well-being. She plans balanced meals with a wide selection of fresh vegetables and fruit. She explains that she would ensure children have opportunities for daily physical exercise.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents to promote all aspects of children's learning and care. She explains how she would share information with other providers to meet children's learning needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's development. She knows how to observe and assess children's achievements to plan for their further learning, and to prepare them for school.  The childminder understands the importance of reviewing her practice and involving parents and children in the self-evaluation of her provision.

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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 parts of the premises to be used for the care of children.  The inspector looked at resources and equipment the childminder has provided for children's learning and care.  The inspector discussed how the childminder intends to deliver the educational programmes. She also discussed how the childminder will plan activities and make observations and assessments to ensure children make good progress.  The inspector looked at a selection of documentation, including policies, procedures and information for parents.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and suitability.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 147241 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 1024364 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 7 December 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Cockfosters, Hertfordshire. 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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Telephone number

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