Childminder in Greenwich

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements for children. She can explain how she will plan activities based on children's interests and what they already know. She has a wide range of resources and provided examples of how to support children of different ages, across all areas of learning. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of using observations and assessments to help monitor the progress children make. She intends to use the information to support her when planning future activities based on what children need to learn next and help them gain skills for their future learning. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the welfare and safeguarding requirements. She has public liability insurance and paediatric first-aid training, enabling her to manage any injuries that children might encounter in the home and on outings. She intends to teach children about keeping themselves safe,

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for example, through practising fire evacuations, wearing seat belts and learning to handle equipment safely. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection issues and of her responsibility to keep children safe. The childminder organises her home effectively and completes regular checks to minimise risks and remove potential hazards. The childminder knows the procedures to follow and how to make a referral if she has any concerns regarding a child's welfare. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents to maintain a consistent approach. She understands the need to keep parents updated on their children's progress and to involve them in their learning, including by sharing ideas to support learning at home. n The childminder explains how she plans to use praise and encouragement alongside consistent boundaries to support positive behaviour and attitudes to

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learning. The childminder understands the need to have high expectations for children and be a good role model and provide challenging first-hand experiences that promote children's independence and builds their confidence. n The childminder describes how to support children to learn about healthy lifestyles. She intends to give clear messages that educate children to make healthy food choices. The childminder provides opportunities for physical play and exercise using her garden and local community resources. n The childminder is committed to improving her knowledge and skills. She keeps up to date with current early years practice and completes mandatory training. She has identified courses to increase her understanding further. The childminder seeks views from parents and children to help review her provision and make improvements to her practice.

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This provision meets requirements

17 September 2019 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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY464179 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10104578 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 to 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 11 August 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Mottingham in the London Borough of Greenwich. She offers her service from Monday to Friday between 7.30am and 6pm, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk and discussed how the childminder plans to deliver the curriculum. n The inspector checked areas of the home used for childminding and the suitability of adults living in the home. n Discussions were held with the childminder regarding her understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and procedures to protect children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to involve parents in their children's learning. n The inspector discussed how the childminder will use self-evaluation to improve practice.

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We carried out this inspection 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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17 September 2019 17 September 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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