Childminder in Brent

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows about current, and a range of, safeguarding issues. She has written procedures to follow, including how to report any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder maintains a current paediatric first-aid certificate. She describes how she intends to check the premises, and the toys and resources which she plans for children to use, to minimise risks to children. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. For example, she knows the benefits of gathering information about children's starting points in learning. The childminder knows how to make regular assessments of children's progress and use the information to plan a range of challenging and exciting activities. n The childminder knows how to evaluate her practice and consult with parents and children, to identify areas that may require improvement. n The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She has a range

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of suitable resources for children of all age ranges and knows how to positively support and manage children's feelings. The childminder describes how this will help children to develop a positive attitude towards their learning. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She knows to promote positive behaviour in children by supporting them to understand right from wrong. The childminder does this by providing an inclusive environment, and role modelling positive behaviour.

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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 EY457486 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10236047 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 12 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in the London Borough of Brent. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She has a level 3 qualification in home-based childcare.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 inspector viewed the premises with the provider and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The provider spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The provider and inspector discussed how the curriculum will be implemented and the impact it will have on children's learning. n The inspector sampled key documentation provided by the provider.

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Inspection activities

26 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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26 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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