Childminder in Southwark

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. The childminder keeps her training up to date. For instance, she learns about breast ironing and female genital mutilation. n The childminder explains how her curriculum will use a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning needs. She has systems in place to monitor children's progress and to swiftly identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing information with parents and staff at other early years settings that children attend. She explains how this will help to provide a consistent approach to children's care and learning. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she helps children to develop positive relationships with their peers. She

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describes how she will support children to understand their similarities and differences. n The childminder describes how she plans to provide parents with information about children's learning. She understands the importance of working in partnership. For example, she discusses how she will send photographs and daily diaries with information. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to support babies. For instance, she plans activities for 'tummy time' and regular story time sessions. She knows how to follow effective hygiene practices. n The childminder knows how to promote children's health and well-being. For instance, she explains how to promote healthy lifestyles through exercise in the garden, at local parks and on trips. She explains how she will provide healthy snacks and meals. The childminder understands the importance of oral health and supporting children to care for their teeth.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge and skills up to date. For example, she has support from the local authority adviser and attends network meetings.

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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 EY303123 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10265322 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 2 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Southwark. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting 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 setting. n The inspector met with the childminder to discuss the service she intends to offer and how she plans to evaluate its effectiveness. n The inspector and the childminder discussed her knowledge of the learning and development and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector sampled documentation, including the childminder's qualifications, evidence of her suitability and documents she intends to use to promote children's learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children.

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Inspection activities

6 March 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

6 March 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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