Childminder in Waltham Forest

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of child development. She explains how she will plan enjoyable and inclusive activities for children. The childminder discusses how she will consider what children need to learn, and take account of their development needs, interests and ideas. She describes how she will share information with parents about their child's progress, and help them to understand how to support their child at home. n The childminder has good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She can detail the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare, including contacting the relevant agencies to share her concerns. The childminder keeps her safeguarding training and knowledge up to date. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She describes how she will encourage children to understand her expectations and the impact of their actions on others.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the importance of building effective partnerships. She explains how she will liaise effectively with parents and other professionals. For example, the childminder describes how she will work with staff at settings which children also attend, to ensure that children progress well. She knows where to seek advice and support if there are persistent gaps in children's learning. n The childminder shares how she will help children to maintain their good health. She explains how she plans to speak with parents and children about the benefits of nutritious food. The childminder will encourage children to exercise and play in fresh air each day.

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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 2531230 Local authority London Borough of Waltham Forest Inspection number 10208471 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Walthamstow in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. She is available to care for children throughout most of the year from 8am to 6.30pm, for seven days each week. The childminder also provides overnight care. She can take and collect children from Barn Croft Primary School and St. Saviours Primary School. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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Inspection activities

n The was the first routine inspection the provider 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 their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed all areas of the home, as well as areas where the childminding will take place. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder regarding safeguarding. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk. The childminder shared with the inspector how she plans to support children's learning and development. n The inspector reviewed required documents. These included the ongoing suitability of the childminder, relevant policies and evidence of the childminder's professional development.

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Inspection activities

16 June 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

16 June 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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