Childminder in Havering

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has made improvements to meet the actions and recommendations made at the last inspection. She has taken steps to reflect on her practice and to identify areas for development and improvement. n The childminder has undertaken training and gained a secure understanding of child protection and the procedures to follow to safeguard children's welfare. n The childminder has taken steps to ensure that the premises are clean and safe. Through discussion, she explains how she promotes children's health. She describes teaching children about leading a healthy lifestyle through good hygiene procedures and talking about healthy food. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of positive partnerships with parents and with other providers. She describes how she exchanges information with local schools to support children's care and learning. n The childminder has clear policies and documents in place to support the

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This provision meets requirements

efficient running of her childcare business. She is meeting requirements relating to data protection. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge and understanding of how to observe children, assess their progress and plan for the next steps in their learning.

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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 EY452577 Local authority Havering Inspection number 10118063 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 2 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 4 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Romford in the London Borough of Havering. The childminder provides flexible childcare during term times only.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector spoke to the childminder about the arrangements she has in place to meet the requirements of the early years register and the childcare register. n The childminder described the action she has taken to comply with the actions set at the last inspection. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including records, policies and training records. n The childminder showed the inspector around her 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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16 January 2020 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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