Childminder in Brent

Inspection date 24 June 2019 Previous inspection date 5 November 2015

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Not met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has continued to strengthen and ensure her knowledge of safeguarding is up to date. She has completed refresher training in safeguarding. She has good knowledge of child protection. She understands the signs that may indicate a child's welfare is at risk, and knows what to do if she has concerns. n The childminder understands how she would maintain a safe and secure environment for children. She makes careful risk assessments, has a range of policies and takes effective steps to minimise dangers. She holds public liability insurance and a current paediatric first-aid certificate. n The childminder understands the importance of undertaking observations to assess and monitor children's progress. She describes how she will provide a suitable range of learning experiences to help children make good progress in their development. n The childminder explains the importance of treating children with respect and being a

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This provision meets requirements

positive role-model. She describes how she intends to promote and manage children's behaviour in an age-appropriate manner. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnerships with parents and other professionals to help ensure consistency in children's care and learning.

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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

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and checked evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed and reviewed a range of the childminder's documents, policies and procedures. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used by children, and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector and the childminder discussed how she reflects on her practice and brings about improvements in the quality of provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY283120 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10104450 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 0 - 0 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 5 November 2015

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The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Harlesden, in the London Borough of Brent. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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