Childminder in Hammersmith and Fulham

Inspection date 26 June 2019 Previous inspection date 29 June 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge of how to keep the children in her care safe. She was able to discuss the 'Prevent' duty and give some examples of how she risk assesses areas accessible to children. n The childminder understands the need to monitor and track children's development through observation. The childminder talked about involving parents in the initial assessment process and the need for children to feel emotionally secure. She has a range of toys and activities available in the area to be used by children. n The childminder knows that she needs to evaluate her own practice and keep up to date with new legislation. She uses the local childminding network and the internet to achieve this. n The childminder stated that she uses the nearby local park to promote physical development. She talked about the local library as an available resource.

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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 had a tour of the premises, paying particular attention to the areas accessible to children. n The childminder discussed current knowledge of child development and learning with the inspector, as well as how she keeps her knowledge up to date. n The inspector examined registration documents and procedures for maintaining children's records. n The childminder explained how she develops and maintains partnerships with parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY360039 Local authority Hammersmith & Fulham Inspection number 10104596 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 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 29 June 2015

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The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Fulham in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The childminder offers care for children each weekday, for most of the year.

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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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