Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to safeguard children and has arrangements in place to assure their safety. She is alert to the potential risks posed to children, and understands how to promote the safe use of technology. The childminder knows what action to take and whom to report to if she were to have concerns about a child or if an allegation was made against her or a family member. n The childminder explained how she plans to obtain initial information from parents about what children know and can do. She knows how to plan appropriate activities using children's interests and support them to join in activities. The childminder has completed training to update her knowledge of the early years foundation stage and how to assess children's development. n The childminder shows a strong commitment to building warm relationships with children and their parents. She describes how she will help children to acquire

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positive social skills and understand what is expected of them. n The childminder recognises the importance of establishing effective partnerships with others who may be involved in children's care. She describes how she would share relevant information and work with other professionals when necessary. n The childminder maintains links with professional organisations and attends events organised by local advisers. This helps her to review her service.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 128938 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10120500 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 5 to 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 18 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Forest Hill, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides out-of-school care Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6.30pm, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector reviewed documents, including evidence of professional development, suitability of household members and policies. n The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home that children will use, both indoors and outdoors. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder.

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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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