Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection date 20 December 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from harm. She knows who to contact if she has any concerns about the safety or well-being of children in her care. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the learning and development requirements. She explains how she would plan a variety of interesting activities and experiences to meet individual children's needs, and to extend their learning. n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge about working in close partnership with parents. She describes how she plans to seek information from them when children first start, to identify any possible gaps in learning, and work together to help children make progress. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates her commitment to provide an inclusive service. For instance, she talks about the importance of supporting children to respect and value each other's similarities and differences.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to monitor and reflect on her practice. She attends frequent childminder network meetings and relevant training to keep her knowledge up to date and to identify any future improvements.

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This 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. Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the childminder's home used for caring for children. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the learning and development and safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation. n The inspector discussed how the childminder reflects on her provision and her plans for continual improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536100 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10079208 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Woolwich, in the London Borough of Greenwich. She provides care from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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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