Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows the importance of risk assessment and helping children to understand about keeping themselves safe. She has a sound understanding of her roles and responsibilities in safeguarding children. She has clear safeguarding policy and procedures in place, which include allegations. She is aware of the potential signs and symptoms that a child may be at risk of harm. For example, exposure to extreme or stereotypical views. The childminder has a clear knowledge of the procedure to follow to refer any concerns regarding children's welfare to the appropriate agencies. n She understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to support children's care and learning. She plans to keep parents fully informed about their children's experiences, learning and development. This includes providing ideas to support children's continued learning at home. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to support children

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to gain the necessary skills for the next stage of their learning. She identifies the importance of helping children to be confident and independent, such as developing self-care skills, in readiness for school and future learning. n The childminder identifies clear strategies to manage children's behaviour. She describes the value of providing children with clear, consistent boundaries and expectations. She knows the importance of opportunities for children to socialise with each other. n The childminder intends to support children's healthy lifestyles. She will encourage children to make healthy choices, such as choosing from a range of fruits at snack time. She will help children to learn about good oral hygiene. The childminder describes how she will provide daily opportunities for children to exercise and be outside. n The childminder understands that reflecting on and evaluating her practice will

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help her to improve her childminding provision. She intends to keep her professional development programme updated, to help develop her skills further and keep children safe.

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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 2591346 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10251246 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 3 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 Deptford in the London Borough of Lewisham. She is available for work Monday to Friday from 7am 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 their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of safeguarding and risk assessments. n The inspector sampled documentation, including paediatric first aid, Disclosure and Barring Service checks for all adults living in the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support and deliver the curriculum for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her practice and plans for improvement.

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Inspection activities

19 December 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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19 December 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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