Childminder in Southwark

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 May 2016 3 May 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a secure understanding of how to report any safeguarding concerns she may have about children and how to promote their welfare. She recognises why it is important to minimise risks to children and to help keep them safe.  The childminder maintains all required records, policies and documents. She has a valid qualification in paediatric first aid, enabling her to correctly manage any minor injuries that children may incur.  The childminder has a secure understanding of how to use effective care practices to provide for children's physical and emotional well-being. She recognises the importance of promoting children's self-confidence and their motivation to learn.  The childminder recognises the importance of making observations of individual children's learning and using these to make accurate assessments of their progress. The childminder understands how to use assessments to provide challenging activities

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The provision meets requirements

for children, helping to extend their progress.  The childminder understands the importance of working effectively with parents and other settings that children may attend to complement and reinforce their learning. She understands why it is important to share information regularly to support continuity in children's progress and well-being.  The childminder uses a variety of sources to refresh the knowledge and skills gained from her initial childminding course and experience in childcare.  The childminder understands why it is important to reflect on her practice and promote continuous improvement in the quality of the provision. She recognises why it is helpful to use the views of children and parents to support this. The childminder has addressed all actions from the previous inspection.

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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 implements statutory and other government requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder uses when caring for children, as well as evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises.  The inspector observed areas used for the care of children, along with furniture, equipment and toys that are used for childminding.  The inspector and the childminder discussed how she reflects on her practice and brings about improvements in the quality of the provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY417189 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 1040293 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Southwark, London. She operates all year round from 7.30am 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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