Childminder in Greenwich

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her role and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding children. She understands the possible signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm, and knows who to contact in relation to any concerns about a child's well-being or safety. n The childminder understands how to support children's learning and development. She discusses what she wants children to learn and the types of activities she will plan to support their progress. She highlights the importance of planning activities based on children's interests and closely monitoring their progress. The childminder understands the importance of seeking additional external support from other professionals for children that may need this. n The childminder discusses the importance of supporting children's emotional well-being and personal development. She explains how she wants children to

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become confident, have a strong identity and to treat each other with respect and kindness. n The childminder highlights the value of working in close partnerships with parents to best support children's individual needs. She outlines the importance of having open and regular discussions with parents about children's interests and progress, and how this will enable her to plan for their future learning. n The childminder understands how to promote children's health and how to encourage them to lead active lifestyles. For instance, she talks about providing balanced and varied meals and snacks, and providing children with lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills when playing outdoors and through dancing. n The childminder discusses her intentions to make her provision fully inclusive, and how she will support children to learn about each other's similarities and differences and the world around them.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the value of keeping her professional development up to date and evaluating her provision to make positive changes for children and families.

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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 2507073 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10191715 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 4 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 2019. She lives in the Abbey Wood area of the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The childminder works from 8am until 6pm, 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home and the different resources that are used when caring for children. n The inspector held conversations with the childminder about how she intends to support children's learning and development, and her understanding of keeping children safe. n A range of documentation was viewed. For instance, information was sampled in relation to the childminder's suitability for her role and her training certificates.

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Inspection activities

27 July 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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27 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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