Childminder in Greenwich

This provision meets requirements

n During discussion, the childminder showed understanding of how to identify and report any concerns that a child may be at risk to abuse, such as physical or domestic abuse. He understands procedures to follow to report his concerns to keep children safe. n The childminder meets requirements, in terms of up-to-date training and valid documentation, to keep children safe. n During discussion, the childminder showed understanding of how he would teach children to accept and respect difference. For example, he would read children's stories from around the world. The childminder would support children to respect themselves and others. He knows how to manage children's behaviour successfully. For example, the childminder would try to understand the reason for a child's behaviour and use praise to promote positive behaviour. n The childminder understands how to work effectively with parents to promote best outcomes for children. For example, he would talk to parents each day to

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keep them updated on children's progress. n During discussion, the childminder showed understanding of how to provide suitably challenging activities to support children's good progress. For instance, he would provide children with a range of tools and materials to support their creative development. The childminder would sing number songs and rhymes to help children to gain secure counting skills. n The childminder understands the importance of evaluation of his practice and has set clear goals to build ongoing improvements. For instance, he plans to improve his garden to promote best outcomes for children. n During discussion, the childminder showed that he understands the value of healthy routines for children. He knows how to prepare nutritious meals for children. The childminder understands how to provide daily opportunities to support children's physical development, such as regular trips to the local park

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This provision meets requirements

for children to develop their large-muscle skills.

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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 EY481757 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10231925 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 29 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. He lives in Abbey Wood in the London Borough of Greenwich. The childminder would provide care for children from Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm all year round except on public bank holidays. He accepts funding for free early years education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the premises, toys and resources with the childminder. She talked with the childminder about how he will use these to promote children's learning. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, which included the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification, insurance and Disclosure and Barring Service checks for adults living in the home. n The inspector spoke with the childminder to find out how he would use experiences and activities to support children's learning and development. n The inspector talked with the childminder about his safeguarding knowledge and how he will keep children safe.

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25 May 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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25 May 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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