Childminder in Southwark

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is aware of how to observe, plan and track children's progress in their learning. She explains how her observations will inform children's planning and assessments, and help her to identify any gaps. The childminder will share this information with parents and relevant professionals. n The childminder describes how she will provide accessible resources for the children which encourage open-ended activities. She explains how this will help children to follow their interests and be creative. n The childminder explains how she will have high expectations for children's behaviour in her care. She explains her positive practice in supporting children's emotional development. She will teach children to turn take with their peers, share and show kindness towards each other. n The childminder explains how she will support children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. The childminder understands the benefits of promoting nutritious meals

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and snacks. She plans to provide regular opportunities for exercise and physical movement outdoors. n The childminder explains, through discussion, how she will help develop children's social skills. Regular attendance at the local groups, creates the opportunity to socialise with other children. n The childminder has a very good understanding of how to safeguard children in her care. She knows how to identify signs and symptoms of abuse and liaise with the relevant agencies. She will carry out risk assessments. This helps to ensure safety within the home and make adjustments where needed. n Through discussion, the childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. The childminder describes daily sharing information with parents on their children's learning. Sharing information with parents, helps them to continue the support at home. n The childminder attends training and works with the advisors from the local

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authority. This helps to keep her knowledge current and adapt her childcare practice.

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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 2620793 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10281051 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 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. She lives in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder cares for children Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm. The childminder also offers before- and after-school care. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in childcare and education.

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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 provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she can support children's learning and development. 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

30 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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30 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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