Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 May 2016 2 July 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to monitor children's learning and development and prepare them for their next stage of learning, including starting school. She knows how to use observations to identify their next steps in learning and plan activities.  The childminder knows how safeguard children. She understands how to identify and report any child protection concerns to protect children's welfare, and assess and minimise potential risks in her home.  The childminder recognises the importance of working closely with parents to help her understand and meet children's care and learning needs. She understands how to develop relationships with children to help them settle and support their well-being.  The childminder knows how to evaluate and improve her practice. She plans to seek feedback from parents and children to gain their views.  The childminder knows how to support children's physical well-being. For example, she

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The provision meets requirements

plans to provide children with opportunities to play outdoors, exercise and eat healthily.

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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 all areas in the house available for minding children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her knowledge of the early years foundation stage requirements, including safeguarding.  The inspector viewed a sample of documentation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 510942 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 812580 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 in1996. She lives in Hampton in the London Borough of Richmond. Currently, there are no children on roll. She offers her service, Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm for 48 weeks a year.

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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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