Childminder in Southwark

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of getting to know children and their families well to plan support for individual children's needs. She has developed processes for sharing information with parents/carers regarding young children's routines and to support continuity in children's care as they move between settings. n The childminder considers the challenges posed during the COVID-19 pandemic and plans ways to keep children safe. For instance, through regular hand washing routines and hygiene practices. She plans well to work closely with parents to encourage children's attendance. n The childminder has appropriate plans in place to encourage good behaviour through positive strategies and teach children to learn to manage their emotions. She plans to help children to learn about what makes them unique and learn to respect each other. n The childminder plans to provide regular opportunities for children to be

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physically active and play in the fresh air, both in her garden and during outings. She understands the importance of assessing children's stages of development and planning a curriculum that helps to prepare them for next stages in their learning. n The childminder plans well for her professional development. For instance, through training and additional reading, she strengthens her knowledge and skills to promote young children's communication and language development. n The childminder understands how to identify and refer concerns for children's welfare. She has taken appropriate steps to ensure that people whose suitability has not been checked do not have unsupervised access to areas of the premises that are meant for children's use. She understands her responsibility to complete regular risk assessments and to minimise risks to children's safety.

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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 2558099 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10239145 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 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in the London Borough of Southwark. She operates throughout the year, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. The childminder holds a qualification at level 6 in childcare.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including suitability checks. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare, and the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector assessed the effectiveness of the provider's self-evaluation.

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Inspection activities

30 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

30 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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