Childminder in Westminster

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder's home is well maintained and safe for children to play in. She organises the home environment to support children's independence. For example, they can access resources and toys from low shelves. The childminder supports children to manage their own self-care and personal hygiene. n The childminder knows about activities in her area such as story time at the library and playgroups where she can further support children's communication skills. She uses these and local parks to ensure children get a wide variety of experiences and plenty of physical exercise. n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of early years learning and development. She has a wide variety of toys and resources to support children's learning, motivate them to play and support the delivery of her curriculum. The childminder uses self-evaluation to identify gaps in her knowledge. She attends professional development courses to help improve her practice.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows what information she needs to gather to gain an accurate understanding of what children know and can do. She uses this information to plan suitably challenging activities and support children's progress. n The childminder has a behaviour management policy and understands how to promote children's positive behaviour. She shares strategies for behaviour management with parents. This helps provide consistency for children. n The childminder recognises the benefits of valuing and respecting children's similarities and differences. Children explore different cultures through books, local events, and festivals. n The childminder has maintained a secure knowledge of how to safeguard children by attending regular training. She knows how to identify the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of, or experiencing, abuse. The childminder knows who to contact if she has any concerns about a child's welfare.

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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 EY271913 Local authority Westminster Inspection number 10120405 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 1 Date of previous inspection 7 December 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in the City of Westminster. The childminder works each weekday, from 8am until 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 qualification. She speaks both English and Spanish.

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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 together to discuss the childminder's curriculum and her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector sampled parent's written feedback during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the learning and development requirements and safeguarding practices. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of her documents. This included relevant policies and evidence of the suitability of all persons living in the household.

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Inspection activities

22 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

22 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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