Childminder EY431800

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 July 2018 28 September 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of establishing strong relationships with parents and describes how effective partnerships support children's development.  The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding and welfare requirements. She knows how to identify and report concerns about children's well-being.  The childminder has a system of observation and assessment, which allows her to plan challenging and engaging activities that support children's learning and development.  The childminder continues to progress her understanding of early childhood development through further study. She regularly takes advantage of training opportunities offered by the local authority.  The childminder knows how to create opportunities for children to become more independent through their involvement in everyday tasks and routines.  The childminder knows how to conduct risk assessments to make sure her home is

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The provision meets requirements

safe. She organises resources and toys in an accessible way, which allows children to make their own independent choices.

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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 reviewed documents used by the provider when caring for children. This included risk assessments, policies and procedures.  The inspector viewed documentation that relates to evidence of the suitability of household members and assistants.  The inspector saw the areas that are used when the childminder is caring for children and spoke to the childminder about the equipment that is used when she is minding.  The inspector discussed how the childminder reviews and evaluates her setting to ensure ongoing improvement.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her understanding of the legal requirements for safeguarding and welfare.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY431800 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 1131474 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 28 September 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in the London Bridge/Bermondsey area in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder provides childcare before and after school during term time.

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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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