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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY549754

Inspected 7 Feb 2020 · URN EY549754

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  • Inspection date verified

    7 Feb 2020

  • Inspectors verified

    Vicky Forbes

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY549754

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  • OverallMet

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+25Mostly positivemore positive than 53% of reports of this type graded Met
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Praisehigh-qualitysecure knowledgesafeeffectivewarmcaringenthusiasticclearly
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
6
Words of findings
514
longer than usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 49, typical 47
Average sentence
17 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
Hedged sentences
0%
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What needs to improve 56%About the inspection 44%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder shows a good 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, which would enable children to be 'creative learners'. This would allow children to explore and learn in an environment that is secure and 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 wide provision of 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

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This provision meets requirements

learn about good behaviour. She knows the importance of promoting the development of good attitudes to learning and understanding the needs of others. She explains that behaviour management strategies would be appropriate to children's age and stage of development. For instance, she would use strategies, such as 'feel your heart' to help children learn how to calm themselves. She would be encouraging and 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

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This provision meets requirements

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. n Through conversation, the childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of how to safeguard children and keep them safe from harm. She has completed 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 what to do and who to go to with any concerns. The childminder describes how she will complete regular risk assessments to promote children's safety. n The childminder shows that she is highly aware of the importance of self- evaluation and how this contributes towards her continuous improvement. She describes how she will use 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

7 February 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 EY549754 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10133725 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Borough and Bankside in the London Borough of Southwark. She is available for work all year round Monday to Friday 7.30am until 7.30pm.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. n With the childminder, the inspector observed resources and the areas used for childminding. n The inspector went on a learning walk with the childminder and observed resources and the areas used for childminding. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training certificates. n 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

7 February 2020 7 February 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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