Childminder in Lewisham

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not understand all of the changes that she must notify Ofsted of, such as changes to her health. Furthermore, she does not make sure that the required checks are completed for all persons aged 16 years or older living on the premises to ensure their suitability. n The childminder explains how she will cover the different areas of learning. She describes how she will support children by developing activities inside and outside of the home. The childminder explains the importance of talking to children to develop their language, alongside using this as a method to support children's emotional development. She will use creative materials, natural products and information technology with children to achieve these aims. n The childminder discusses how she will identify what children need to learn by observing them and encouraging them. She states she will use trips to give children the opportunity to extend their learning. For example, the childminder

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gives examples of how she will develop children's language skills, health and well-being, mathematical skills, understanding of things and people in the community. She discusses how she will help children to learn how to keep themselves safe while on visits, including to parks, farms and theatres. n The childminder's explains how her experience of working in schools has given her an understanding of how to support children's behaviour. She discusses how she will observe children to understand why they are behaving in a particular way. The childminder describes how she will give children space, and explain what they need to do and give them boundaries. The childminder states that she will also plan activities, so that children have things they enjoy throughout the day. n The childminder describes how she will provide healthy meals for children and use physical activities, including walking, to support their healthy living. She

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gives an example of the types of nutritious food and discusses how she has previously supported children around healthy eating. n The childminder has an understanding of how to support children's personal social and emotional development. She describes how she will encourage children to say please and thank you. The childminder explains how she will encourage children's independence and self-care skills, such as by learning to dress themselves. n The childminder explains how she will support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She describes how she has had experience of working with children with autism spectrum disorder and is able to use sign language. n The childminder discusses how she will work with parents. She explains she will keep them informed of their child's progress during the day and over periods of time, and provide reports on their children's progress and any concerns.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has undertaken training in many areas, in addition to early years qualifications and paediatric first aid. For example, she has attended training to support children with SEND and teaching assistant training.

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10 February 2023 n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to contact if she has a concern about a child's welfare.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

improve understanding of the changes that must be notified to Ofsted 31/03/2023

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Due date

make sure that the required checks are completed for all persons aged 16 years or older living on the premises. 31/03/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2568989 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10250845 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 0 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 Deptford, London. The childminder operates for 48 weeks of the year from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder will deliver the learning and development requirements if she had children on roll. n The childminder showed the inspector how she will use different areas of her setting to deliver the curriculum. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her experience, training, implementation of the requirements and how she will work with parents.

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Inspection activities

10 February 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

10 February 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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