Childminder EY398883

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 April 2017 19 March 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to keep children safe from harm. She knows the relevant procedures to follow should she have a concern for a child's welfare.  The childminder evaluates her practice and consults with parents and children to identify areas that may require improvement.  The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning requirements. She has systems in place to monitor children's progress and to plan activities that help children reach the next stage of their development.  The childminder has suitable resources available. Children are able to select their own play resources.  The childminder plans activities that provide opportunities for children to gain physical exercise and to help support local charity events.  The childminder is able to demonstrate her knowledge of ensuring the well-being of children, including providing relevant sleep areas and helping them to prepare for

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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 had a tour of the childminder's home and garden area.  The inspector discussed how the childminder delivers the educational programme and how she observes and tracks children's progress.  The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's records, including the procedures for keeping children safe and the childminder's qualifications.  The inspector looked at the toys, other resources and equipment used to create a stimulating environment for children.  The inspector discussed how the childminder utilises her assistant, how she evaluates her practice and works in partnership with parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY398883 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 1094033 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 12 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 19 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in the London Borough of Barnet. She works with an assistant and offers full-time and part-time care each weekday, from 8am to 7pm, throughout most of the year. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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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