Childminder in Havering

This provision meets requirements

n Children greet each other fondly, and resume games from the day before. Children remember their peer's favourite games, and speak to adults politely. n The childminder tells the children that she cares for them all, and that they are part of 'one big family'. n Children ask what their peers learned during the school day. They discuss books, and children tell each other their opinion of the characters in their stories. n Children remind visiting adults to wash their hands when they arrive at the setting. They show visitors where to wash their hands and where they can get a drink of water. They wait for everyone to sit down at table before they begin eating. The childminder reminds children to chew carefully and to eat slowly. Children discuss healthy foods, such as fruits and vegetables. They remind each other not to eat too many sweets. Children teach good hygiene habits to their younger friends. They clear the table and help tidy up after their tea. Children

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make sure that everyone has something to eat before putting the food away. n The childminder serves a variety of fruit, carbohydrates and protein. Parents report that their children enjoy nutritious home-cooked meals at the setting. They say that the childminder encourages children to eat healthy foods. Parents write that the childminder perseveres with fussy eaters until they try new food. n The childminder encourages children to persevere with tasks, and encourages them to complete their homework before they play. The childminder listens carefully to children, and gives them just enough help for them to complete tasks independently. Children of all ages trust the childminder to help them. n The childminder has very clear expectations of children's behaviour, and is calm but firm. Children's behaviour reflects this, and they are calm and caring towards each other. n Safeguarding is effective, and the childminder keeps her learning up to date.

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This provision meets requirements

She keeps meticulous records, and children are safe in her setting. The childminder knows the possible signs of child abuse, and understands what to do if she thinks that a child may be at risk of harm.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 EY559141 Local authority Havering Inspection number 10190976 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 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Harold Wood, in the London Borough of Havering. She cares for children each weekday, providing all day care throughout the year from 7.30 am until 6.30 pm. She is registered to work with an assistant. The childminder has a level 2 qualification in childcare. She offers funded places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 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 held conversations with the childminder during the visit to ascertain her safeguarding knowledge. n The childminder took the inspector on a tour of the premises, pointing out safety features. n The inspector observed and chatted to children as they played. n The childminder was accompanied by the inspector as she picked children up from school.

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Inspection activities

19 November 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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19 November 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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