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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Southwark

Inspected 9 Jan 2023 · published 2 Feb 2023 · URN EY411800

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  • Inspection date verified

    9 Jan 2023

  • Inspectors verified

    Helen Craig

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY411800

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  • OverallMet

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6
Words of findings
511
longer than usual (typical 350)
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Hard
Flesch 50, typical 47
Average sentence
17 words
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3%
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What needs to improve 54%About the inspection 46%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of the early years curriculum. She explains how she plans to build on children's interests and support them to make good progress across the seven areas of learning. The childminder discusses how she will complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years and identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of getting to know children well from the start. She plans to collect information to help her to plan activities to build on children's interests and what they know and can do. The childminder explains how this will help her to build strong attachments, promote children's independence and support their well-being. n The childminder describes how she plans to promote children's communication and language. She plans to share stories and teach songs, introduce new vocabulary and engage children in conversations. The childminder understands

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This provision meets requirements

the importance of promoting children's home languages, alongside learning English. n The childminder acknowledges her role and responsibility to keep children safe. She has completed safeguarding training, including a range of issues, such as the 'Prevent' duty and county lines. The childminder recognises the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder values the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She explains how she will share information with parents about children's progress, next steps in learning and provide ideas to continue children's learning at home. The childminder recognises that referrals are sometimes necessary to give children the extra support they need. n The childminder knows the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. She plans

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This provision meets requirements

to increase opportunities for children to extend their physical skills, using the garden and local park to develop their balance and coordination. The childminder intends to provide nutritious snacks and meals and grow fruit and vegetables with children. n The childminder has high expectations and a positive approach to managing children's behaviour. She plans to introduce house rules and give children responsibility to build their confidence. The childminder intends to use praise and encouragement and provide clear boundaries. She aims to teach children to be kind and learn to show respect to others. n The childminder describes how she reflects on her practice and the service she provides. She shares ideas with other childminders and has completed her mandatory training. The childminder plans to seek ideas from children and parents to help her evaluate and make further improvements.

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This provision meets requirements

9 January 2023 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 EY411800 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10235420 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 29 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in Nunhead, in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder provides care all year round between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 her evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and inspector carried out a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about the learning and development requirements and how she evaluates her practice. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and responsibility to safeguard children. n The inspector looked at relevant documents, including paediatric first-aid certificates, qualifications, insurance and suitability checks.

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Inspection activities

9 January 2023 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

9 January 2023 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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