Cockings, Grace Eunice

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how children learn. She has a wide range of toys that supports her teaching. The childminder has systems in place to monitor children's progress. She gathers assessment information from parents and other settings to understand the children's stage of development. The childminder uses this information to shape the curriculum to meet the needs of children and support their learning and development. n The childminder has suitable systems in place to ensure children are safeguarded when in her care. She carries out risk assessments to minimise hazards. The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of the potential signs and symptoms of abuse and/or neglect. She understands wider safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation. There are clear reporting procedures in place should she need to report a concern about the welfare of a child. n The childminder promotes positive behaviour with the children. She understands

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the importance of routines for children to help them feel safe and secure, which then supports them to behave well. She encourages good manners, such as please and thank you. n The childminder understands the importance of developing good working relationships with parents. She ensures there is effective communication and parents are involved in their children's learning. Parents are given a copy of the policies and procedures, including a complaints procedure and 'Working Together'. n The provider understands the importance of using the world around children to build on their learning. She intends to take children on outings such as trips to the parks, farms and woodlands. This helps to broaden children's experiences. n The childminder has a positive attitude towards developing her practice and skills. She ensures that all mandatory training is kept up to date. She has completed a wide range of professional development courses. This helps her to

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deliver high-quality education to the children, and ensure they have positive outcomes in their learning and development. n The childminder has an effective network of support around her and works closely with other local childminders. They share ideas and work together, which supports good practice and helps to continually deliver a good level of care and support to families and children.

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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 EY398304 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 10276657 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 1 Date of previous inspection 26 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in the London Borough of Enfield. She operates Monday to Thursday, from 7.30am to 6pm, for most of the year. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder has received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with her and has taken that into account in their evaluation of her provision. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises that the childminder uses for childminding. n The childminder and inspector held discussions regarding safeguarding children. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, such as the childminder's qualifications and insurance documents. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder supports children's learning and development. n The inspector took account of written feedback provided by parents.

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Inspection activities

13 April 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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13 April 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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