Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder 143982
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- Inspection date verified
17 Jan 2020
- Inspectors verified
Vicky Forbes
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Outstanding
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
143982
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- Through discussion, the childminder shows an exceptional understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. p.2
- She demonstrates a very secure knowledge of how children learn and develop. p.2
- The childminder expresses clearly and in detail how she intends to meet these requirements. p.2
- She describes how she would promote a play-based curriculum. p.2
- This would allow children to explore and learn in an environment that is secure, safe, yet challenging. p.2
- The childminder explains how she will observe, plan and monitor children's development. p.2
- She will take into account their starting points and plan exciting activities for their next steps in learning. p.2
- The childminder shows how she would use her extensive provision of exceptionally high-quality resources to make children's experiences relevant to their needs. p.2
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 490
- longer than usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 46, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 16 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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This provision meets requirements
n Through discussion, the childminder shows an exceptional understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. She demonstrates a very secure knowledge of how children learn and develop. The childminder expresses clearly and in detail how she intends to meet these requirements. She describes how she would promote a play-based curriculum. This would allow children to explore and learn in an environment that is secure, safe, yet challenging. The childminder explains how she will observe, plan and monitor children's development. She will take into account their starting points and plan exciting activities for their next steps in learning. The childminder shows how she would use her extensive provision of exceptionally high-quality resources to make children's experiences relevant to their needs. n The childminder describes how she will be highly committed to ensuring children learn about good behaviour. She knows the importance of promoting the
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This provision meets requirements
development of good attitudes to learning, and understanding of the needs of others. She explains that behaviour management strategies would be appropriate to children's age and stage of development. She would be encouraging and would set clear boundaries for children. n The childminder understands the importance of consistent and effective communication when working with parents, other settings and professionals. She knows how this will help to promote a coherent approach to complement children's care and learning. n The childminder explains that children will have time to spend outdoors, with good opportunities for regular physical activities. She intends to take children on outings and visits to help promote their understanding of the world and their local community. The childminder understands how to provide a warm and caring environment for children. She emphasises the importance of building close emotional bonds with children in her care.
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This provision meets requirements
n Through conversation, the childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of how to safeguard children and keep them safe from harm. She has completed extensive training to gain a detailed understanding of her duty to protect children's welfare. The childminder knows how to identify if a child is at risk of harm. She knows precisely what to do and who to go to with any concerns. The childminder completes regular and comprehensive risk assessments to promote children's safety at all times. n The childminder shows that she is highly aware of the importance of self- evaluation and how this contributes towards her continuous improvement. She uses professional development to improve her knowledge and understanding and to keep motivated and enthusiastic in her practice.
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This provision meets requirements
17 January 2020 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 143982 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10138091 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 20 May 2016
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 1984. She lives in Clapham in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder provides care for children from Monday to Friday for most of the year. She holds a relevant qualification at level 6.
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Inspection activities
n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the early years learning and development requirements. n With the childminder, the inspector observed resources and the areas used for childminding. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training certificates. The inspector viewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder and members of her household.
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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 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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