Childminder in Harrow

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has a limited understanding and knowledge of the actions that must be taken if there are allegations made against her or a member of the household. Consequently, children's welfare and safety cannot be assured. n The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid qualification, which hinders her ability to care appropriately for children should accidents occur. n The childminder evaluates her practice and is able to identify some areas for improvement. However, she has not engaged in professional development opportunities to ensure that her practice continually improves. n The childminder has an appropriate knowledge of risk assessment. She is aware of how to ensure that her home is a safe and suitable environment. n The childminder is aware of how to help children to behave well, through a variety of supportive ways. She explains how she will set clear rules and explain them to children. The childminder plans to use breathing techniques and positive

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reinforcement, to support children's growing self-regulation skills. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's communication and language. She speaks about the ways she will introduce new words and engage children in meaningful conversations. The childminder describes how she will support children to participate in story time and singing sessions, by using actions. n The childminder describes how she will design her curriculum based on children's interests and what they need to learn next. She knows the importance of using assessment to monitor children's progress. n The childminder has a sufficient knowledge of the areas of learning and development. She speaks about age-appropriate activities and how she will support children to develop a healthy lifestyle. For example, the childminder will encourage children to carry out hygiene routines. She will ensure that children's

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packed meals contain healthy food. The childminder describes how she will help children to be active, by encouraging physical activities in a garden and at the local park. n The childminder describes how she plans to develop children's understanding of the world. For example, she explains she will take children to feed ducks who live in a nearby pond. The childminder intends to teach children how to care for animals. She describes how she will introduce children to people who help them. For example, by inviting a doctor, who will speak to children about their work and show them equipment they use. n The childminder understands the importance of developing partnerships with parents and other professionals.

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This provision does not meet requirements

31 October 2022 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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Due date

improve knowledge about child protection issues, including how to manage allegations in line with the local safeguarding partnership 31/12/2022

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Due date

complete and maintain an appropriate first-aid qualification 31/12/2022

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Due date

undertake appropriate training and professional development to ensure that practice continually improves. 31/12/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY447889 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 10235806 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 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in the London Borough of Harrow. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She has a relevant qualification in childcare at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first 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 discussed with the childminder how she will support children's learning and development if she was caring for children. n The inspector sampled some of the childminder's documentation. n The inspector discussed safeguarding arrangements 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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31 October 2022 31 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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