Childminder in Barnet

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides children with a well-resourced environment, indoors and outdoors. She understands the importance of finding out about children's interests. The childminder describes how she will use this information to provide accessible resources and plan activities that engage and motivate children during their play. She describes how she will work in partnership with teachers and staff from local schools and children's centres to provide consistent and complementary care and support for all children. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to positively manage children's behaviour. She describes how she will encourage children of all ages to share, take turns and show respect for each other. n The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding. She knows what to do in the event of a concern about a child's welfare and safety. The childminder ensures that all mandatory training is up to date, including first aid and

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safeguarding. In addition, she recognises that the COVID-19 pandemic may have had an impact on some children and is knowledgeable about how to follow safe procedures. n The childminder knows how to promote children's safety in her home and during outings to minimise accidents and injuries. The childminder's home is free from hazards. n The childminder describes how it is important to work in partnership with parents and carers. She knows how to promote children's health and physical well-being through daily routines, physical exercise and by providing healthy snacks. n The childminder understands how to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for children. She places a great importance on making sure that children feel valued, and learn to respect similarities and differences in others.

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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 EY537761 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10101220 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 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 12 March 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the London Borough of Barnet. She offers part-time care, each weekday throughout most of the year.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of the home that are available for childminding. The inspector talked to the childminder about the resources and equipment she will provide when caring for children. n The childminder showed the inspector policies and documents she will use when caring for children. The inspector looked at documents relating to evidence of the suitability of household members. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation process and how she plans to continue to make improvements.

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Inspection activities

10 December 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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Inspection activities

10 December 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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