Childminder in Lambeth

This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder shows that she is highly ambitious for children. For instance, she explains that she wants children to enjoy being at her setting. The childminder wants children to be enthusiastic about their learning to enable them to make excellent progress. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates an excellent 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 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

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use her extensive provision of exceptionally high-quality resources to make children's experiences relevant to their needs. n The childminder explains that children will spend time outdoors 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 understand how to provide a warm and caring environment for children. She strongly emphasises the importance of building close emotional bonds with children in her care. n The childminder describes how she will ensure children learn about good behaviour. She knows the importance of promoting the development of good attitudes to learning and understanding of the needs of others. She would encourage positive behaviour and set clear boundaries for children. n Through conversation, the childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of how to safeguard children and keep them safe from harm. She has completed

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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 concerns. The childminder completes regular and comprehensive risk assessments to promote children's safety at all times. 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 shows that she is highly aware of the importance of self- evaluation and how this contributes towards her continuous improvement. She uses professional development opportunities to improve her knowledge and understanding to keep motivated and enthusiastic in her practice.

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This provision meets requirements

12 March 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 EY275522 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10138094 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 7 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Stockwell in South West London. The childminder has attained early years professional status. The childminder is available to care for children Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year round.

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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 The childminder and 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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12 March 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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