Childminder in Barnet

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder speaks confidently about how she will keep children safe from harm. She attends regular training to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows the procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child's welfare or if there is an allegation made about her or a household member. n The childminder understands her responsibility to provide safe learning environments for children, when in her home and on outings. She explains how she will minimise or eliminate hazards through regular checks and risk assessments. The childminder describes how she will teach children to keep themselves safe, such as when using devices online. n The childminder has a good range of suitable resources for children and explains how she will promote their learning and development. She knows how to make

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regular observations and assessments of children's progress. She explains how she will use the information to plan a variety of challenging and exciting activities. n The childminder discusses how she will promote children's independence skills, to help them prepare for starting nursery or school. She describes how she will encourage children to feed and dress themselves and to make independent choices in their play. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She describes how she will share relevant information with parents, to support children's care and learning. For example, she plans to have regular discussions and to share observations and photographs of children's play, using an online app. n The childminder explains how she will support children's behaviour and help them to understand what is expected of them. For example, she will teach children to share, take turns and to be kind to each other. She describes how

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she supports older children to understand and begin to take responsibility for their actions. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles for children. She describes how she will work with parents, to provide healthy meals and snacks for children. The childminder understands how physical activity helps to support children's health and well-being. She explains how she will provide daily opportunities for outdoor play in her garden and on visits to parks.

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This provision meets requirements

11 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 EY463777 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10236203 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 14 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Finchley, in the London Borough of Barnet. She operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday, throughout most of the year.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home used for childminding. She explained how she ensures it is safe and suitable for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder explained her early years curriculum and how she plans to support children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documents. She checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of household members.

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Inspection activities

11 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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11 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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