Childminder in Hackney

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the safeguarding issues that may affect children. She demonstrates an understanding of the signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of abuse or harm. The childminder knows how to report her concerns to the appropriate authorities. n The childminder has suitable premises to care for children, but these are currently being renovated. The childminder has a clear plan in place for risk assessing the premises once works are complete. She demonstrates an understanding of how to keep the areas of her home hazard free. n The childminder understands the factors that may affect her suitability. She knows that she must report any changes in her personal circumstances to Ofsted. n The childminder knows that it is important for children to be physically active. She can talk about a range of local attractions, where she could take children for outdoor and indoor play. This includes the local park and common as well as a

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soft-play centre. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the range of knowledge and skills that young children need to learn. She demonstrates how she would plan suitably challenging activities for different age groups. n The childminder understands that it is important to track children's progress. She has procedures in place to identify any gaps in learning. The childminder understands the importance of sharing this information with parents, so that children are supported in reaching their developmental milestones. n The childminder understands that some children may need extra support with their learning. She demonstrates an understanding of how to make links with external agencies. The childminder understands that this helps children to access expert help where required. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands it is important to have strong links with parents. This includes finding out information about children's

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previous experiences and home languages. The childminder knows that sharing information about what children are learning helps parents to extend children's learning at home. n The childminder has a clear approach to managing behaviour. She understands that it is important to encourage kindness. The childminder has strategies that support children to take turns and share with one another. She understands that positive reinforcement helps children to regulate their behaviour. The childminder understands how this links to promoting British values. 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.

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This provision meets requirements

15 March 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 EY307329 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10263939 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 0 Date of previous inspection 17 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Stoke Newington, in the London Borough of Hackney. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, throughout most of the year. The childminder holds an appropriate 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 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 further.

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Inspection activities

15 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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15 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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