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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Greenwich

Inspected 5 Sept 2022 · published 27 Sept 2022 · URN EY481957

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  • Inspection date verified

    5 Sept 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Angela Colman

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Outstanding

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY481957

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  • OverallMet

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Pages
5
Words of findings
448
longer than usual (typical 350)
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Fairly hard
Flesch 54, typical 47
Average sentence
14 words
Next steps
8
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0%
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Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She demonstrates a good understanding of how to safeguard children. She describes possible signs that may indicate when a child may be at risk. For example, from female genital mutilation, county lines and exposure to extreme views or behaviours. She knows the steps she will take if she has a concern about a child in her care. n The childminder understands the importance of building positive relationships with parents and keeping them up to date with their children's development and learning. She discusses how she will gather information about children before they start, so parents can continue to support children's learning at home. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She discusses how she will support children to develop respect for each other and value their similarities and differences. She describes how she will use a range of resources

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This provision meets requirements

to help children understand diversity and culture to support their understanding of the wider world. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's healthy lifestyles. She describes how she will support children to grow their own fruit and vegetables. In addition, she will provide healthy snacks. She also plans to encourage children to understand how to follow good oral health. n The childminder's curriculum offers children plenty of opportunities to play and learn outdoors. She plans to provide free flow between the indoor and outdoor spaces. The childminder understands the importance of outdoor play to promote children's physical health and well-being. n The childminder explains the need to develop close bonds with all children. She understands the importance of helping children feel secure. She will encourage children to develop their social skills. For example, she will plan visits to the

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This provision meets requirements

library, parks and toddler groups. n The childminder discusses how she will continue to evaluate her practice. She ensures her professional development is regularly updated. For example, she attends online webinars and completes research to extend her skills and knowledge and enhance her teaching skills. n The childminder knows how to prepare children for their next stage of learning. She explains how to help them to develop key skills, ready for school.

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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 EY481957 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10231928 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 19 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Plumstead, in the London Borough of Greenwich. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises to be used for childminding purposes. n The childminder spoke to the inspector to demonstrate her understanding of the safeguarding and the learning and development requirements. n The inspector met with the childminder to discuss the service she intends to offer and how she plans to evaluate its effectiveness. n The inspector sampled documentation, including the childminder's training, qualifications and documents she intends to use to promote children's learning and welfare.

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Inspection activities

5 September 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

5 September 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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