Childminder in Greenwich

This provision meets requirements

n A well-planned environment where children can follow their own interests is in place. The childminder plans a variety of activities which promote children's development. n The childminder describes how she encourages children's positive behaviour. She plans routines which include opportunities for rest and play. Children can choose from a wide variety of toys to engage them. n The childminder works in partnership with parents. She uses information from home as a base from which to plan learning. n Safeguarding knowledge kept is up to date through regular training. The childminder is able to act promptly and effectively on concerns about a child's safety. n The childminder explains how she promotes healthy eating. Children go outside everyday for fresh air and exercise. n The childminder knows the children very well, and forms close relationships and strong attachments with them. This promotes children's well-being and enables

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them to be secure. n The childminder uses membership of professional organisations to give her the opportunity to reflect on her practice. She also accesses training to improve her skills and knowledge.

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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 109964 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10137911 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 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 3 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in North Thamesmead, in the London Borough of Greenwich. The childminder operates her service on weekdays, throughout most of the year. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder accompanied the inspector on a learning walk. n The inspector checked the safety of the environment, and the toys and resources available to children. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the setting meets the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector reviewed documentation, including qualifications, certificates of achievement and evidence of public liability insurance. n Discussions were held with the inspector on how the childminder uses training and membership of professional organisations to reflect on her practice. n Documents showing feedback from parents were reviewed, including questionnaires set by the childminder and thank you notes from parents.

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18 February 2020 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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