Childminder in Waltham Forest

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has taken appropriate steps to address previous inspection weaknesses. This has raised standards to enhance children's health and support children's physical development. n The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She knows the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. This includes working with relevant agencies. n The childminder understands learning and development requirements. She understands how observations and assessments can be used to plan appropriate experiences to meet children's individual development. n The childminder understands working in partnership with parents, as well as other settings that children may attend. This allows for consistency in care and learning. n The childminder understands that each child is an individual. She recognises the importance of equality and inclusion, and to teach children about acceptable behaviour using methods that relate to children's age and understanding.

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has explored developing her knowledge and understanding further to enhance outcomes for children. For example, she has completed training for safeguarding and for supporting children's language and communication skills.

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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 EY341693 Local authority London Borough of Waltham Forest Inspection number 10149749 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 5 Date of previous inspection 5 March 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Chingford, in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. She operates from 7.30am until 6pm, 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector and childminder undertook a learning walk together and discussed the curriculum. n The inspector viewed certificates of training completed by the childminder and viewed records maintained by the childminder.

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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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