Childminder EY279741

Inspection date 27 August 2019 Previous inspection date 5 October 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good awareness of how children develop. She understands how to plan stimulating activities to extend their learning. n The childminder has an extensive knowledge of the local area and suitable places to take children so that they get plenty of fresh air and exercise. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She knows the signs that a child may be at risk and understands the actions she should take to keep children safe. n The childminder is well qualified and very experienced. She has early years professional status and keeps her knowledge and skills up to date by attending regular training. n The childminder is a qualified forest school practitioner. She understands how to plan interesting activities to support the progress of children who learn best outdoors. n The childminder recognises how to promote children's good health and keep them safe. For example, she knows how to make her premises safe and secure. She is aware

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This provision meets requirements

of the procedures for safe administration of medication. n The childminder knows how to observe children and assess their progress. She has a good understanding of the skills they need to prepare them for school.

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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 with the childminder how she will support children's learning. n The inspector viewed a selection of the childminder's documentation. n The inspector checked the areas of the childminder's home intended to be used for childminding and discussed with her how she will make them safe. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the early years requirements and her practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY279741 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10114513 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 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 5 October 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in the Forest Hill, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides flexible care for children during school holidays. The childminder holds a degree in early years and has early years professional status. She is also a provider of a registered pre-school playgroup which currently runs during term time.

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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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