Childminder EY435508

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures and has appropriate policies in place. She is able to recognise signs of potential abuse, including when a child may be at risk of being exposed to extreme ideas and behaviours. She knows how to escalate concerns regarding the welfare of a child. n The childminder values working in partnership with other early years providers to share curriculum ideas, provide emergency cover and build a network to help further evaluate practice. She includes parents' views when reflecting on her practice and considering areas where she could improve her skills and knowledge. This benefits children's overall learning. n The childminder has a good understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. She knows how to assess children's development and uses this information to plan challenging next steps to help them make progress. n The childminder knows how to create a safe environment for children and

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understands the benefit of play, to help support children's emotional well-being. She provides resources appropriate to children's stage of development and opportunities for them to explore the natural environment, such as in the garden and during sensory walks. n The childminder understands the importance of setting clear boundaries and expectations to help children understand right and wrong.

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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 EY435508 Local authority Barking and Dagenham Inspection number 10106568 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 3 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 2 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Rush Green, in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. She operates from Monday to Friday all year round, including before and after school.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the premises to check the suitability of the resources and the environment. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of the early years foundation stage requirements. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including policies, risk assessments, training certificates and required insurance.

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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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