Childminder in Lambeth

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to protect children's welfare. For example, she is aware of the signs and symptoms that may raise a concern about a child's safety, and the local procedures to follow to report her concerns. Additionally, the childminder completes training to update her safeguarding knowledge. n The childminder takes steps to enhance her knowledge and improve her practice. She establishes links with advisors and local childminders to share ideas and keep up to date with new developments. n The childminder knows how to promote children's learning. She describes how she will plan enjoyable and inclusive activities to help all children to learn. She explains how she intends to monitor children's progress to identify gaps in their learning. The childminder explains how she will involve parents, should children need additional support. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's good health and well-

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being. For example, she says she will provide healthy meals and snacks to help children learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. She will ensure that children have lots of fresh air and physical exercise. n The childminder demonstrates how she will help children to learn about their local community, and to appreciate diversity. For example, she says she will take them to local parks, toddler groups and museums. n The childminder describes how she will be a good role model and promote positive behaviour. She is aware of promoting consistent boundaries to help children to feel safe and secure.

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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 140029 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10064057 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 5 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder holds a level 3 childcare qualification. The childminder operates her service from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, for most of the year.

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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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector sampled documents. These included the childminder's insurance and paediatric first-aid certificates, and suitability records for all household members. n A tour of the premises used for the purpose of childminding was undertaken by the inspector and childminder. n The inspector discussed educational programmes, care routines and safeguarding with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

9 August 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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9 August 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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