Childminder in Camden

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a very secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has appropriate procedures to observe, assess and plan for children's progress. n The childminder knows that children learn best through play. She has procedures in place to plan a curriculum that embeds children's learning needs, alongside their interests. The childminder works with Steiner principles and provides children with a wealth of experiences in the natural world, which also includes plenty of outdoor experiences and outings to the local community. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's emotional well-being. She has secure procedures to teach them to play cooperatively with each other. n The childminder understands the value of working in partnership with parents to help to support continuity in children's learning and care.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is aware of the procedures to follow should she have child protection concerns. She is able to recognise the indicators that children are at risk of abuse, including being exposed to extreme ideas. n The childminder has procedures to risk assess the premises for safety. She understands her duty to ensure that children in her care are safe. n The childminder knows the importance of teaching children how to live healthy lives. She provides healthy meals, fresh drinking water and ensures that children have plenty of opportunities to exercise and enjoy fresh air.

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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 EY476629 Local authority Camden Inspection number 10236352 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 4 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the London Borough of Camden. She operates all year round, from 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder adopts a Steiner approach and is a member of the Steiner Waldorf Schools Fellowship.

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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 provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises, and talked about how she would use her space and resources to support children's learning. n The childminder discussed how she would keep children safe. The inspector viewed the childminder's information about safeguarding children and complaints. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service to ensure continuous improvement. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

13 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

13 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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