Childminder in Southwark

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder uses regular risk assessments to reduce hazards and ensure children play in a clean, secure and safe environment. Children have plenty of space to play, both inside the childminder's home and in her private garden. Children can also play and ride bikes in a central communal area next to the childminder's home. n The childminder uses an 'all about me' form to gain enough information about what children know and can do before they come to her setting. She uses the settling-in period to observe children and consider their next steps. She maintains good relationships with parents and offers support and advice, so they can continue their child's learning at home. n The childminder talks enthusiastically about the range of teaching materials she has and how she uses them to support individual children's learning. She has attended a wide range of courses to continuously improve her knowledge and

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practice. She understands how to create exciting and inviting activities to support children across all areas of learning. n Children bring their own meals to the setting. The childminder requests that parents provide healthy food. She raises any concerns about children's food with parents at the earliest possible opportunity. The childminder has good knowledge about allergies and dietary requirements. She discusses healthy eating and healthy living with children. n The childminder says she creates opportunities for children to manage their own self-care and further their independence. Children learn to access the resources they need, attend to their personal hygiene, hang up their coats and put on their shoes. n The childminder has established links with the local council and other organisations in the local area that offer support to children. She says she uses a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning needs based on

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their interests. She says this helps children focus on activities and make good progress in their learning. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She uses the settling-in period to establish strong bonds with children to help them to develop their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder explains how she uses praise and positive behaviour to help children to be tolerant and respectful. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding matters. She can recognise possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows how to refer concerns if she has any concerns about a child. The childminder holds a valid paediatric first-aid qualification.

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This provision meets requirements

15 February 2022 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 EY431103 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10104819 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 2 Date of previous inspection 25 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder offers flexible childcare arrangements, Monday to Friday from 8am to 9pm, excluding bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 early years qualification.

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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 childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk to understand how the early years provision and the curriculum are organised. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she plans to support partnerships with parents, children's behaviour and learning. n A sample of relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector. This included evidence of the childminder's suitability, policies and procedures, and a record of the childminder's qualifications and training. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the home that are used for childminding. The inspector viewed the range of equipment and resources available to children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the

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requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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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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