Childminder 128833

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 November 2017 22 September 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of reviewing the quality of her practice and values contributions from parents and children.  The childminder has a strong knowledge of safeguarding children and the procedures to follow in the event of concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder understands the importance of carrying out risk assessments to help promote children's safety.  The childminder appreciates the benefits of working closely with parents and other professionals. She explains the importance of having a daily routine and helping children to settle and feel safe and secure in her care. The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's good behaviour.  The childminder outlined how she observes and assesses the progress that children make. She provided examples of a variety of activities that offers children challenge and supports their learning and development in preparation for starting school.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is aware of how to promote children's health and well-being. She describes how she provides children with healthy meals and snacks and enjoy time in the fresh air each day.

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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 observed areas used for the care of children, along with the furniture, equipment and toys that are used for childminding.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the systems she has in place to help keep children safe.  The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living in the household.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's training certificates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 128833 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1070230 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 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives in Forest Hill in the London Borough of Lewisham. She is available Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm all year round. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She offers funded places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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