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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Lewisham

Inspected 13 Jul 2021 · published 6 Aug 2021 · URN EY554623

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  • Inspection date verified

    13 Jul 2021

  • Inspectors verified

    Kareen Jacobs

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY554623

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  • OverallMet

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−23Mixedmore positive than 13% of reports of this type graded Met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
5
Words of findings
333
about usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Fairly hard
Flesch 52, typical 47
Average sentence
19 words
Next steps
8
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Hedged sentences
0%
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What needs to improve 45%About the inspection 55%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder completes training to update her safeguarding knowledge. She has sufficient understanding of the possible risks to children and knows how to respond if a child is at potential risk of harm. n The childminder describes how she would plan enjoyable and inclusive activities to help children learn and develop. She explains how she intends to observe and assess children to help identify gaps in their learning. The childminder is aware of when and how to seek extra help, with the involvement of parents, should children need additional support. n The childminder understands the importance of providing regular fresh air and exercise for children. She explains how she would help children to develop their physical skills, for example through regular visits to local parks. The childminder describes how she would share information with children and their parents to help them maintain healthy lifestyles.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains her strategies to help children behave well and acquire social skills. For example, she would support children to interact with others in positive ways and help them to understand the impact of their actions on others. n The childminder understands how to manage risks to help assure children's safety and health. She describes how she would help children to learn how to keep themselves safe, both inside her home and while on local outings. n The childminder takes steps to enhance her knowledge and improve her practice. She establishes links with advisors and other practitioners to share ideas and keep up to date on new developments.

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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 EY554623 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10174693 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 4 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Sydenham, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She works from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 her evaluation of the provision. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home that will be used by children. n The inspector discussed educational programmes, care routines and safeguarding with the childminder. n The inspector reviewed documents. These included evidence of the childminder's suitability, policies, training and qualifications.

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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

13 July 2021 13 July 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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Inspection activities

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