Childminder in Barnet

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 February 2017 27 February 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands local safeguarding procedures. She has detailed policies in place, which outline the steps to follow should she be concerned about the welfare of a child. She is aware of the importance of completing risk assessments and how to minimise hazards in the environment.  The childminder knows how children learn. She knows how to complete regular observations and assessments of children's learning and share these with parents. The childminder recognises the importance of gathering information from parents about their children's starting points, interests and care needs.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She knows how to encourage good behaviour. She understands the value of helping children to feel good about themselves and to learn to respect others.  The childminder takes positive steps to continually develop her skills and knowledge. For example, she attends local authority training and shares good practice ideas with

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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 held discussions with the childminder to assess how she intends to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage.  The inspector had a tour of the premises with the childminder and viewed the toys and equipment available for children.  The inspector sampled a range of relevant documentation that the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her systems for self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY463777 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 1069373 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 27 February 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Finchley, in the London Borough of Barnet. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday and provides an overnight care service. The childminder is registered to work with an assistant. At the time of the inspection, there were no children on roll in the early years age group.

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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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