Childminder in Harrow

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children in her care. She is confident about the action she would take if she had a concern about a child's well-being. The childminder has a clear procedure to follow to contact the relevant authorities, in the event of a concern or an allegation. She uses training to keep her knowledge of current safeguarding issues up to date. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she intends to plan activities that motivate and will support children's individual learning needs and interests. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to positively support children's behaviour. She describes how she uses appropriate methods, such as distraction, when needed. She talks about how she encourages children to share and take turns with each other. She places a value on supporting children with

p.2

This provision meets requirements

their emotions, so that they have a better understanding of themselves and others. n The childminder makes sure that the premises, resources and equipment that are intended to be used for childminding are suitable for their purpose. Her home is safe and secure for children. She carries out regular risk assessments to identify and minimise risks, indoors, outdoors and for outings, to promote children's safety. n The childminder demonstrates how to support children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. She explains how she plans to speak with parents and children about the benefits of nutritious food. The childminder explains her hygiene procedures and how she has adapted these during the COVID-19 pandemic, for example using individual paper towels to dry hands. n The childminder shares how she will encourage children to access the garden and be physically active. She explains how she will take them on daily walks in

p.2

This provision meets requirements

the local area for plenty of fresh air. n The childminder recognises the importance of building effective partnerships. She explains how she would work effectively with parents and other professionals, such as school teaching staff, to ensure that children progress well. The childminder knows where to seek advice and support if there are persistent gaps in children's learning. The childminder is aware of her responsibility to complete a written summary of children's progress when they are aged between two and three years old and share these with parents. n The childminder reflects on her childminding provision. She ensures that all essential training is in place, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding. The childminder has also accessed a number of additional courses to make sure that she is fully up to date with the latest information on the best childcare practice.

p.2

This provision meets requirements

4 April 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.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number EY235713 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 10120441 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 21 January 2016

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in the London Borough of Harrow. She operates Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

p.4

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 and childminder viewed the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided to make sure they are safe. n The childminder talked to the inspector about how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's progress and to plan for the next steps in their learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

p.4

Inspection activities

4 April 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

4 April 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6