Childminder in Greenwich

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she identifies children who are at risk of abuse or neglect. She understands her responsibilities and knows how to report her concerns to keep children safe. This includes ensuring the suitability of all members of her household. n The childminder holds a valid paediatric first-aid certificate and knows how to respond to accidents and injuries. n Through discussion, the childminder is able to describe how she would plan the curriculum to help children make good progress in all areas of their development. The childminder understands how she will plan to make use of the local parks and libraries to help children learn about their community. n The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date by completing refresher training online. She makes use of information provided by the local authority to evaluate her practice. n The childminder explains how she will promote positive behaviour. She discusses

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how she will teach children to be kind and considerate of each other through small group games. n The childminder outlined how she intends to help children learn about those who are different to them by planning activities that give children opportunities to learn about different cultures, such as celebrating Chinese New Year. n The childminder understands the importance of developing good partnerships with parents and other professionals. She describes how she would share information with parents about the progress their children make. n The childminder explains the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating, being physically active and spending time outdoors.

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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 EY486647 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10271661 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 1 Date of previous inspection 26 September 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Woolwich, in the London Borough of Greenwich. She operates from Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm,all year round apart from some bank and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine 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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The inspector saw the areas of the childminder's home intended for childminding purposes. The inspector checked the suitability of toys and resources available and discussed with the childminder how she monitors children's learning and development. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating, being physically active and spending time outdoors. n The inspector sampled a range of relevant documentation, including the childminder's public liability insurance and training certificates. n The inspector verified evidence of suitability for the childminder and the adults

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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

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