Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder 146906
Summary
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- Inspection date verified
17 Oct 2019
- Inspectors verified
Pauline Valentine-Coker
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Met
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
146906
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Grade profile
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. p.2
- She knows how to observe children to find out about their interests and what they can do, then to plan for what they need to learn next in their development. p.2
- She has a system of assessments to ensure she meets the needs and interests of children who attend. p.2
- She plans activities and has appropriate resources to help children to progress towards their planned next step in learning. p.2
- She understands the importance of children's physical development and promotes healthy lifestyles, such as providing regular opportunities for children to play and exercise outdoors. p.2
- The childminder completes all mandatory training and holds a paediatric first-aid certificate. p.2
- She also completes training online to further enhance her knowledge. p.2
- She reflects on her practice to identify and address areas for development to p.2
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Wellbeing & mental health3
“if she has concerns about a child's well-being or welfare.” p.2
Anatomy of the report
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 545
- longer than usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Fairly hard
- Flesch 53, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 16 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
- “some”, “not always”, “most”…
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She knows how to observe children to find out about their interests and what they can do, then to plan for what they need to learn next in their development. She has a system of assessments to ensure she meets the needs and interests of children who attend. She plans activities and has appropriate resources to help children to progress towards their planned next step in learning. She understands the importance of children's physical development and promotes healthy lifestyles, such as providing regular opportunities for children to play and exercise outdoors. n The childminder completes all mandatory training and holds a paediatric first-aid certificate. She also completes training online to further enhance her knowledge. She reflects on her practice to identify and address areas for development to
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This provision meets requirements
help continually improve her service. n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents to support children's well-being and educational needs. The childminder gathers information from parents about their children's skills, needs and abilities when they first start. She uses this specific information to help her to meet each child's care and learning need effectively. She is aware of the need to share information with parents to meet children's needs and to help them make progress. n The childminder prioritises children's emotional well-being. She knows how to support children to manage their own personal needs and to help them prepare for the next stage in their learning. She understands the needs of children after a day in school. She plans cooking activities and provides a quiet space for children to relax. The childminder is a positive role model and has high expectations for children. She set clear rules and boundaries and knows how to
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This provision meets requirements
support children's behaviour. She is confident about teaching children right from wrong and knows that she should tackle any negative stereotypes. n The childminder knows how to plan a variety of learning experiences for children to help prepare their future. She provides a homely and welcoming environment with toys, equipment and resources to meet the learning needs of different age groups of children. She supports their language and communication skills well through reading and singing nursery rhymes. She knows how to encourage children to sing songs in their home language. She uses interesting and challenging activities to help children promote their resilience. For example, she provides opportunities for children to travel on the bus to visit the local community. n Risk assessments are carried out daily to make sure the setting is free from hazards. The childminder understands her responsibilities and knows what to do
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This provision meets requirements
if she has concerns about a child's well-being or welfare. She provides a safe environment for children to learn and feel safe.
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This provision meets requirements
17 October 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 146906 Local authority Redbridge Inspection number 10120461 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 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 25 January 2016
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in Woodford Green, in the London Borough of Redbridge, in Essex. The childminder operates from 7.30am to 6pm on Monday to Thursday. She has a qualification in childcare at level 2.
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Inspection activities
n The inspector conducted a learning walk with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her responsibilities to meet all requirements, including safeguarding and helping children to progress. n The inspector looked at the resources available for children. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's public liability insurance and evidence of suitability of persons living on the premises.
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Inspection activities
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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Inspection activities
17 October 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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Inspection activities
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