Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder plans to offer a welcoming and a safe environment for the education and care of children. She discusses how she will organise the indoor and outdoor environments to provide children with plenty of room to play, explore and rest. n The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She uses risk assessments, which cover the security of the home, children's outings, cleaning and hygiene procedures, to manage any potential risks from COVID-19, to protect children. n The childminder knows the signs that may suggest a child is at risk from abuse, neglect or harm. Through discussion, she explains broader issues, such as children's access to social media websites and her understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance. n The childminder discusses how she will support children's positive behaviour. She explains that she will encourage children to feel free to express their feelings, while learning to share toys and listen to and respect others.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has completed recent research and training to enhance her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to plan activities that will suitably challenge children's thinking, while providing them with the stimulus they need to learn. n The childminder describes how she will give children's health and hygiene a high priority. She has completed training about food allergens. The childminder understands the benefits of providing children with nutritious meals, to support their physical and mental health. The childminder discusses how she will support children to acquire healthy hygiene habits, and develop an awareness of how to care for their teeth. n Parents of children who attend after school comment on the childminder's support and guidance. The childminder understands the value of sharing information with parents and other external partners, such as schools, to help

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This provision meets requirements

complement children's learning and development. n The childminder reflects on her childminding provision. She ensures that all essential training is in place, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding. The childminder has also accessed a number of additional courses to make sure that she is fully up to date with the latest information on the best childcare practice.

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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 107388 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10138109 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 11 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder cares for children Monday to Friday, before and after school, during term time. The childminder holds a level 6 qualification and a level 3 qualification in childcare and education.

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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 this into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of her home and showed her the areas used for the care of children. n The childminder explained how she will plan the educational programmes for children and keep children safe. n The inspector reviewed the childminder's documents, including her qualifications, suitability checks of adults in the household and insurance cover. n The inspector discussed how the childminder works in partnership with parents, local schools and other professionals.

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Inspection activities

20 October 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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20 October 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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