Childminder in Harrow

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the procedures to follow to report any safeguarding concerns she may have about children in her care. This includes if an allegation is made against her. The childminder keeps her premises safe and removes any risks to children. n The childminder demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She knows how to gain detailed information from parents to enable her to support children's individual learning and emotional needs. n The childminder describes how she observes and assesses children's learning, including completing a progress check for two-year-old children. She provides and plans appropriate learning experiences to help children make progress. n The childminder offers children plenty of opportunities to play and learn outdoors. She knows and understands the benefits of outdoor play to promote

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children's physical health and emotional well-being. n The childminder understands how to promote positive behaviour with children in order to support and develop their confidence and self-esteem. She helps children follow rules and keep safe, and respect each other's differences. n The childminder explains the benefits of working closely with parents and other settings children attend to promote continuity of children's care and learning. She understands the importance of reflecting on her practice and identifying areas of improvement, such as the quality of her provision and to improve her skills. n The childminder understands the importance of continuous effective professional development. For example, she undertakes relevant training and online research to extend her knowledge and skills. This supports her to enhance her teaching practice and children's learning and progress.

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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 EY332069 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 10106323 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 5 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives with her family in the London Borough of Harrow. The childminder provides care before and after school during term time.

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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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation during the inspection. n The inspector had a discussion with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service to ensure continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

6 July 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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6 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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