Childminder in Greenwich

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She understands the process for reporting concerns she may have about children in her care. The childminder has developed a good understanding of risk assessment and demonstrates how she keeps children safe in her home and on outings. n The childminder has an understanding of child development. She discusses she monitors children from their starting points and uses their interests to plan activities and extend their learning The childminder is planning to strengthen and improve her knowledge further to develop a deeper understanding of how young children learn. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she encourages the children to share and take turns. The childminder is keen on children using good manners with each other and becoming confident to express how they feel in conflict situations.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she provides healthy snacks and homemade meals for all children. She talks about children's physical development and how she promotes this through regular trips to the local park and activities, such as play dough and sand. n The childminder explains how she promotes communication and language development, by reading stories and talking to children. She describes how she repeats back what the children say and extends their sentences. The childminder says that children of all ages enjoy story time. n The childminder explains how she ensures children develop their social skills. She understands that by attending the local play groups and the park, the children have opportunities to socialise with others. n The childminder discusses how she promotes independence skills. She describes how she encourages children to put on their own shoes and coats and wash their own hands. n The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents and

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welcomes their feedback. She explains how she supports children who speak English as an additional language. She understands that it is beneficial to support children at their pace and communicate with parents to find the best approach for children's individual needs. n The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluating her practice and values feedback from parents. She identifies areas to focus on for her continuous professional development and accesses courses through the local authority and other agencies. The childminder keeps her mandatory training up to date, such as safeguarding and paediatric first aid.

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This provision meets requirements

1 September 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 EY541021 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10229225 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 3 Date of previous inspection 25 January 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in the London Borough of Southwark. She operates Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, term time only. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued 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 they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder regarding safeguarding. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation that the childminder uses when caring for children, including policies.

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1 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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1 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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