Childminder in Enfield

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates appropriate knowledge of how to support children's emotional well-being. She discusses the importance of gaining lots of information from parents when children first join to get to know children. She also highlights the importance of planning activities based on children's interests to motivate them in their learning. n The childminder discusses how she intends to offer a varied range of activities to foster children's learning. She also describes how she will monitor children's progress and identify what they need to learn next, with the view to close any gaps in their learning. n The childminder demonstrates good knowledge of how to support children to behave in a positive way. For instance, she discusses how she will give children responsibilities to develop their independence. She also describes the benefits of giving them lots of praise and encouragement to boost their confidence and self-

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esteem. n The childminder highlights the importance of working closely with parents. She discusses the benefits of building good communication and sharing updates with them throughout the day to help them to feel involved in their children's care and education. n The childminder describes how she aims to offer an inclusive service. She discusses how she intends to teach children about respect and how to value differences between themselves and others. n The childminder has clear knowledge of child protection and safeguarding procedures. She knows how to identify if a child may be at risk of harm and how to report any concerns swiftly. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's health and well-being. For instance, she recognises the benefits of children enjoying fresh air and frequent opportunities to be active outdoors. She also discusses how she intends to work closely with parents to support children to eat a good range of

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This provision meets requirements

nutritious food and snacks. n The childminder discusses the importance of evaluating her practice to improve the service she provides. She emphasises the value of gaining parents', children's and other professionals' views when making changes to enhance her provision.

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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 EY469564 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 10219788 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 11 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in the London Borough of Enfield. The childminder works flexibly throughout the week, from 8am until 6pm, all year round.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in the evaluation of the provision. n The inspector viewed the childminder's home to ensure it is safe and suitable to provide care for children. n The inspector had a discussion with the childminder about how she intends to promote children's learning and development. n The inspector had a discussion with the childminder about how she intends to keep children safe. n A range of documentation was viewed. For instance, suitability information for the childminder and other adults living in the household. In addition, evidence of training was also seen.

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Inspection activities

27 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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