Childminder in Waltham Forest

Inspection date 9 January 2019 Previous inspection date 21 March 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has an excellent knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop in the early years. For example, she knows how to assess children's individual abilities and quickly closes any gaps in their learning to help them make good progress. n The childminder is proactive in making sure her knowledge of keeping children safe in her care is regularly updated. She is fully aware and knows about safeguarding practice and the reporting procedures to follow if she has any welfare concerns. n The childminder discussed how she intends to promote children's healthy lifestyles. She understands the importance of providing children with regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air and having healthy snacks and meals. n The childminder describes how she will plan a broad range of age appropriate activities to promote children's development in all areas. She has a good understanding of how

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to encourage children to behave well and value each other's differences. She knows how to help them progress and prepare them for their next stage of learning, including their move on to school. n The childminder knows the importance of professional development to regularly improve the quality of her practice and teaching. She ensures that she is up to date with current practices, legislation and holds a first-aid qualification. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnerships with parents and other professionals, to help ensure continuity and progression in children's learning and development.

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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 premises and viewed all areas that are used when caring for children. n The inspector held discussions with childminder about the records she will keep when she is childminding, including evidence of qualifications and her suitability. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she will keep children safe and protect them from potential harm.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector talked about the childminder's methods for reviewing the quality and effectiveness of her practice and provison. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and skills related to the early years foundation stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 153661 Local authority London Borough of Waltham Forest Inspection number 10072450 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 10 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 21 March 2016

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The childminder was registered in 1995 and lives in Highams Park in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 9am and 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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