Childminder in Southwark

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 July 2016 8 March 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of local safeguarding procedures. She has updated her policies and is fully aware of her responsibilities to protect the children in her care.  Documentation to facilitate the effective and smooth running of the setting is up to date and well organised. The childminder conducts risk assessments of her premises, inside and outdoors, and for all outings that she plans for children.  The childminder understands how to promote children's learning in all areas of the learning programme and how to help them progress. She has effective systems in place to record observations and assessments of children's learning and for tracking their development.  The setting is welcoming and homely. The childminder intends to work in partnership with parents and other settings that children attend to provide continuity in their learning. She plans to invite parents into her setting to contribute their skills and share

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The provision meets requirements

in their children's activities.  The childminder is aware of the importance of teaching children to become independent. She has a good understanding of behaviour management techniques and how to promote positive relationships and attachments.  The childminder's self-evaluation clearly demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement. She keeps up to date with changes in legislation and regulations and undertakes training to maintain her continuous professional development.

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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 toured the childminder's premises, indoors and outside, and viewed some of the resources available for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and promote children's learning.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including risk assessments, qualification and training records and policies and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316063 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 1040317 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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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Bermondsey in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, from 7am until 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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