Childminder in Redbridge

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She explains how she will plan a broad curriculum that considers children's ages and stages of development. She understands the importance of finding out about children's interests in order to provide accessible resources that engage and motivate children during their play. She knows how to manage children's behaviour, and is able to describe how she encourages children of all ages to share and take turns. n The childminder ensures that all mandatory training is up to date, including first aid and safeguarding. In addition, she recognises that the COVID-19 pandemic may have had an impact on some children. She is currently completing training to improve her knowledge and understanding of children's development, with an emphasis on communication and language. n The childminder is able to explain the importance of providing an inclusive

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setting. She explains how she will teach children to acknowledge and respect each other's languages, cultures, similarities and differences. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents to support consistency for children's well-being and development. She provides a welcoming environment for children, both indoors and outdoors. She describes how she is skilled at using information gathered from children and parents to identify new, and adapt existing, activities. n The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding. She knows what to do in the event of concerns about a child's welfare and safety. She describes how she works in partnership with staff at other settings children attend to provide consistent and complementary care and support for all children. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. She provides children with healthy food choices and

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explains why physical activity is important to help them stay fit and well.

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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 EY422921 Local authority Redbridge Inspection number 10193825 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 25 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Ilford, in the London Borough of Redbridge. The childminder operates her service between 8am and 6pm on weekdays, throughout most of the year. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 viewed the resources and the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's progress, implement the curriculum and undertake observations and planning. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household and the childminder's qualification certificates.

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Inspection activities

10 February 2022 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 February 2022 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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