Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her role and responsibility to protect children. She knows the signs to look out for that may suggest children are at risk of harm. She has a clear policy in place to support her in taking appropriate action if needed. Through discussion, she demonstrates how she can teach children about e-safety and is alert to safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation and the 'Prevent' duty. n The inspector and the childminder discussed how the childminder will manage young children's behaviour. The childminder describes positive strategies, such as distraction, and how she will use explanations to prevent situations escalating. She will speak to the children calmly and softly and be a good role model by treating them with kindness. n The childminder told the inspector how the premises are kept secure and ready for children's use. The home is safe and warm. The outdoor area and inside the

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home are checked daily for any hazards. The childminder understands the need to supervise children closely, such as when playing at the front of the property. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She told the inspector how she will speak to parents to plan an educational programme that is based on what children are interested in. This will build on what children already know and can do. The childminder speaks about the importance of ensuring that children are ready to move on to the next stage in their journey when they leave her provision. She shows that she understands the impact of good early education on children's future life chances. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of promoting equality and diversity in the setting. The setting is fully inclusive. Families from all backgrounds are welcome. The childminder talks about her understanding of

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fundamental British values and how she intends to promote tolerance and respect in the setting. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about continuous professional development. The childminder says that she is keen to always learn more and develop her provision. She has attended recent training on the seven areas of learning in the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage' and the well-being of parents. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands the importance of embedding the prime areas of learning. She knows about the importance of children developing good communication and language skills. She told the inspector how she wants to promote children's learning through talking, repeating new words, reading stories and singing songs.

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This provision meets requirements

18 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 2594084 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10251332 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 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in August 2020 and lives in Ladywell, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides care for older children before and after school and is registered to provide care for early years children during the day. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

18 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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18 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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