Childminder in Brent

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to build successful links with parents to support children's learning. For example, she said that she would give daily verbal feedback on children's care and learning. The childminder said that she would ask parents to share their observations of their children to support their learning. n During discussion, the childminder explained how she would ensure that children had stimulating activities based on areas of learning. For instance, she said that she would support children's language and literacy skills by reading lots of stories and sing songs and rhymes. To support children's understanding of the world, the childminder said that she would visit the local farm and zoo to teach children about animals. n The childminder is aware of the need to reflect on her practice and set goals for the future. For example, she plans to attend more courses to enhance her skills and knowledge.

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This provision meets requirements

n During discussion, the childminder talked about different ways to help children to gain understanding about difference. For instance, she said that she would sing songs from around the world and read books about different cultures and religions. n The childminder has completed all relevant training and has all the required documentation. n During discussion, the childminder explained how she would ensure that children had nutritious meals and snacks and daily opportunities to practise their physical skills. She said she would ensure that children learned about good oral hygiene. For instance, she would do this by reading them books about how to take care of teeth and gums. n The childminder demonstrated good safeguarding knowledge. She knows what to look out for that might indicate that a child is at risk of abuse. The childminder understands the procedures to follow to report her concerns to protect children from harm.

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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 2517726 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10239241 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in Kilburn in the London Borough of Brent. The childminder provides care for children from Monday to Friday from approximately 7am to 7pm all year round except on public bank holidays.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the premises, toys and resources with the childminder. She talked with the childminder about how she will use these to promote children's learning. n During the inspection, the inspector viewed relevant documentation, which included the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification, insurance and Disclosure and Barring Service checks for adults living in the home. n The inspector spoke with the childminder to find out how she would use experiences and activities to support children's learning and development. n During the inspection, the inspector talked with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and how she will keep children safe.

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Inspection activities

17 October 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

17 October 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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