Childminder 122873

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 2016 15 March 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard children's welfare. She is clear about the procedure to follow if she is concerned about a child, and of the importance of teaching them how to keep themselves safe.  The childminder understands the importance of helping children acquire the necessary practical skills and learning ability for starting school. For example, she knows how to help children develop independence skills, and how to support children's progress through challenging and interesting play activities and practical experiences.  The childminder knows the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals involved with children, to support their individual needs.  The childminder is aware of the need to provide children with healthy snacks and meals, and daily access to fresh air and exercise to support their well-being.  The childminder recognises the importance of evaluating her provision and updating

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The provision meets requirements

her knowledge, for example, by seeking support from early years advisors.

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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 the childminder's understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements.  The inspector viewed the toys, resources and equipment available for childminding.  The inspector viewed areas in the childminder's home she will use for childminding.  The inspector examined a range of documents used to manage the service, including policies and procedures relating to safeguarding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 122873 Local authority Wandsworth Inspection number 846239 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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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in Southfields, within the London borough of Wandsworth. The childminder had no children on roll at the time of this inspection.

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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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