Childminder in Havering

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how the COVID-19 pandemic may have affected what children know and can do. She explains how identifying any disruption to learning and addressing this helps children to be prepared for their next stage of education. n The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe. She knows the signs that children may be at risk of abuse and harm. The childminder has a clear procedure for reporting her concerns to the local authority. n The childminder has a clear understanding of what items may pose a risk to children in her home. For example, she knows that hazardous chemicals need to be kept out of reach of children. The childminder describes how she conducts regular risk assessments of her home to ensure that children are kept free from harm. n The childminder knows what factors may affect her suitability to care for children. She understands that she must report any changes to Ofsted.

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n The childminder has a clear approach to managing children's behaviour. She aims to promote equality and diversity. She knows that strong links with parents help to promote good behaviour. The childminder understands how this links to promoting British values. n The childminder demonstrates a strong understanding of the importance of links with parents. She knows that finding out about children's previous experiences helps her to support their learning. The childminder understands that giving parents information about what children know and can do helps them to extend children's learning at home. n The childminder understands how to use assessment to find out what children know and can do. She describes how she will use this knowledge to plan suitable activities to support children's learning and development. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the breadth of the early years curriculum. She can talk about how she will plan a variety of activities. She

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knows this will help children to develop a range of skills. n The childminder understands what information she needs to gather from parents. She has systems for maintaining records. The childminder also understands how to maintain policies and procedures and share these regularly with parents. She knows that this helps parents understand how she supports children in her care. n The childminder is reflective of her practice. She knows that regularly attending training helps her teaching skills and knowledge to continually improve over time. She has made links with her local authority to access regular training and advice. n The childminder knows that children need a well-balanced diet. She plans to provide healthy meals and snacks. The childminder knows that cooking with children helps them to learn what they like and dislike. The childminder understands that trips to the local park, regular exercise and fresh air help

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children to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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This provision meets requirements

26 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 2599014 Local authority Havering Inspection number 10251515 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 2 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 Romford, in the London Borough of Havering. Her operating hours are 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday all year round. She provides funded early education to children aged two, three and four years.

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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 childminder 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 childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process and how she plans to improve her knowledge.

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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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26 January 2023 26 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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