Childminder in Newham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children in her care. She is confident about the action she would take if she had a concern about a child's well-being. The childminder fully understands the procedures to contact the relevant authorities in the event of an allegation. She has made good use of training to keep her knowledge of current safeguarding issues up to date. n The premises are suitable for childminding and the childminder describes how she would provide a safe environment for children. She understands the importance of teaching children about good hygiene routines in order to minimise the risk of cross-contamination. n Through discussion, the childminder shows that she has a good understanding of how to work in partnership with parents and other professionals. She plans to use feedback from these partners to help her evaluate and develop her practice. n The childminder understands how to plan a broad curriculum for children based

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on their interests and development needs. She understands the importance of finding out what children can do when they start with her so that she can make effective plans for their ongoing development. n The childminder knows how to use observations of children to identify any gaps in their learning. She understands how to enlist the help of other professionals if there are concerns about a child's progress, so that she can provide additional support. The childminder understands the requirement to provide parents with a written report on children's progress when children are aged two. n During discussions, the childminder shows a clear understanding of how to support children's good behaviour and the importance of helping children build their self-esteem. She knows how to plan gentle settling in periods when children are new to her setting. n The childminder has clear plans to build on children's knowledge of people from

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different backgrounds, to give them a good understanding of the wider world and build their respect for others.

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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 EY542099 Local authority Newham Inspection number 10175130 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 3 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 2018. She lives in Stratford in the London Borough of Newham. The childminder works flexible hours from Monday to Friday all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector sampled documentation, including qualification certificates, suitability documentation and evidence of valid public liability insurance. n The childminder held discussions with the inspector to demonstrate how she meets and understands the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n During a tour of the premises, the childminder explained how she plans to use areas of her home for childminding, including how children will learn using the resources she has available. n The inspector discussed the procedures in place for the childminder to assess and evaluate the quality of her provision.

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Inspection activities

11 June 2021 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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11 June 2021 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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