Childminder in Camden

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She knows the signs that mean they may be at risk of harm. The childminder knows the local procedure to follow, to seek advice or report a concern about a child's welfare. She knows what to do if an allegation is made about her, an assistant or a household member. The childminder has an appropriate knowledge of risk assessments. She knows how to ensure that the provision is a safe and suitable environment for children. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's communication and language. She speaks about ways to introduce new words and engage children in meaningful conversations. The childminder describes how she will support children to participate in story time by using puppets. She has a wide range of books available and speaks about supporting children's love for reading. She knows how to help children who speak English as an additional

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language, to become confident talkers. n The childminder knows the importance of keeping her knowledge up to date to benefit children's learning. She completes training to develop her skills. For example, she has learned a variety of positive strategies to help children to behave well. n The childminder has a sound knowledge of the areas of learning and development, and the early learning goals. She explains how she will plan activities based on children's interests and what they need to learn next. She has a wide range of age-appropriate resources for children to access independently. She speaks about providing children with tasks to help them gain a sense of responsibility. For example, she will encourage children to set up the table for mealtimes or pack toys away after their play. n The childminder describes how she will support children to develop a healthy lifestyle. For example, she will encourage children to carry out hygiene routines,

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This provision meets requirements

such as washing hands and brushing teeth. The childminder will ensure that the packed lunches contain healthy food. She will help children to be active by providing vigorous physical activities in the garden as well as at the local parks daily. n The childminder knows the importance of using assessment to monitor children's progress. She describes how she will share children's learning outcomes with parents in a variety of ways. She speaks about actively engaging parents in their children's learning to help them achieve as much as possible.

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This provision meets requirements

1 July 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 2524417 Local authority Camden Inspection number 10215044 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. The premises are located in the London Borough of Camden. The childminder has level 4 childcare qualification. She offers care all year round, from 8am to 6pm each weekday.

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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 inspector discussed with the childminder what she would do to support children's learning and development if she was caring for them. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including paediatric first aid. n The inspector viewed the areas of the provision and discussed the childminder's risk assessments. n The inspector discussed safeguarding arrangements with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

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

1 July 2022 1 July 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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