Childminder EY278097

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 June 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements for children. She recognises the importance of gathering information about children's starting points with parents when children first start in her care.  The childminder maintains her sound knowledge of safeguarding with up-to-date training. She has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that may cause a concern about children's safety and welfare. She is aware of the procedures to follow and who to contact to report any concerns.  The childminder understands the importance of regularly monitoring children's progress. She plans to use observation and assessment to identify any areas of weakness in order to support children to make continued progress. The childminder explains how she intends to use this information to target children's next steps in learning.  The childminder demonstrates the importance of evaluating her practice. The views of

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The provision meets requirements

parents and children are taken into account when identifying and implementing changes and improvements. She seeks to enhance and extend her knowledge and understanding through training opportunities.  The childminder displayed a very good understanding of how to promote children's positive behaviour. She understands how to support children to develop positive relationships. The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children to learn to treat each other with respect and value each other's differences.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals, to promote children's learning and development.  The childminder demonstrates the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. She displays her plans for providing healthy food for children. She discussed daily opportunities for physical exercise.

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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 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 looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's self- evaluation, children's learning records and a sample of policies.  The inspector read feedback from parents during the inspection and took account of their views and responses.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all adults living at the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY278097 Local authority Westminster Inspection number 1040388 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 7 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2004 and lives in London. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, 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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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