Childminder in Southwark

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Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has developed her understanding of safeguarding matters. She has updated her safeguarding knowledge by attending additional training. The childminder understands appropriate procedures to follow to protect children's safety and welfare. n The childminder confidently explains how to promote children's learning and development. She understands what she wants children to learn to help them make secure progress. The childminder describes how she will monitor children's progress to identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder explains how she will plan a range of appropriate indoor and outdoor activities. The routine will include outings to playgroups and parks, where children can develop their social and physical skills. Children's early mathematical skills will be supported during cooking activities, where they will learn about quantities and measure. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's vocabulary

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and communication. She explains how she will encourage children to develop a love for books and stories. They will regularly visit the library to choose books of interest and share these together. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing information with parents to help to provide a consistent approach to their children's care and learning needs. The childminder discusses how she will offer a gradual settling-in process to meet children's individual needs. This helps to ensure that children build close relationships to support their emotional well-being. n The childminder describes how she will promote and celebrate diversity, including helping children to learn to respect one another. The childminder recognises the importance of non-gender stereotyping and ensuring all children have equal opportunities. n The childminder knows how to promote children's physical well-being. She explains the importance of providing children with a healthy diet and regular

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exercise. The childminder explains how children will also learn to keep themselves safe. For example, by practising regular emergency evacuations and learning about road safety. n The childminder understands how to positively support children to manage their behaviour. For example, she explains how she will encourage children to talk about their feelings, share and take turns.

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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 EY417189 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10237405 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 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 23 August 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Bermondsey in the London Borough of Southwark. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Fridays.

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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 inspector had a tour of areas of the premises used by children and discussed the resources that would be provided. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder discussed documentation that will be used when caring for children. The inspector viewed the childminder's training certificates. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements 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

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