Childminder in Haringey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge of how to keep children safe. She has up to-date knowledge and information regarding child abuse and wider safeguarding concerns. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care. n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She understands how to develop a curriculum to meet each child's learning needs. The childminder knows how to observe, assess and plan to support children's ongoing progress. n The childminder knows how to create a safe and welcoming learning environment for children. She has a good range of toys and resources easily accessible to children. The childminder explains the types of activities she will provide to cover all areas of learning. She understands how to build on what children already know and can do, so that they can achieve the key skills they

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need for school readiness. n Children have daily access to the spacious garden and regular visits to local parks. These opportunities enable children to be active and practise using their large muscles. The childminder assesses risk and makes sure children learn how to keep themselves and others safe. n The childminder explains how she works closely with parents and other professionals to be able to meet children's needs and discuss any concerns about their development. The childminder gains feedback from parents to help her to evaluate the service she offers. n The childminder understands the importance of continuous professional development and undertakes training to help her to constantly develop her knowledge and teaching skills. She talks about the impact training has on her practice, especially in relation to keeping children safe.

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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 140318 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 10276225 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 6 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993. She lives in Wood Green, in the London Borough of Haringey. The childminder works Monday to Friday from 8am to 5.45pm. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3. She receives funding to offer free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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 her evaluations. n The inspector and childminder looked at areas of the house and garden that are used when caring for children. They talked about how the childminder organises her environment and the learning opportunities she provides for children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to consider her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's safeguarding procedures, complaints policy and evidence of her suitability.

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Inspection activities

31 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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31 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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