Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates excellent knowledge of how to identify a child who could be at risk of harm. She is aware of the necessary actions to take if she had a concern regarding a child's welfare. The childminder works closely with the local authority safeguarding partners and has recently completed a refresher safeguarding course. She shows an awareness of safeguarding issues, such as online safety, female genital mutilation and the 'Prevent' duty. n The childminder understands the importance of planning a curriculum based on each child's individual learning needs. She describes how she uses her knowledge of child development to assess children's starting points to determine what they already know to plan what they need to learn next. She shares how she will provide opportunities for children to apply their thinking skills by extending children's learning and asking questions to check their understanding.

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The childminder places a huge emphasis on the prime areas of the curriculum, ensuring the learning environment is language rich. She understands the importance of teaching children new vocabulary and creating opportunities for them to use the new vocabulary in meaningful contexts. n The childminder, through discussion, demonstrates the importance of teaching children new knowledge and skills. She considers the use of specific resources when planning activities to enable children to practise and embed the new knowledge and skill through play. n The importance of learning outdoors is understood by the childminder. As part of the curriculum, she will ensure children benefit from going to the park to develop their gross motor development by exploring the climbing frames, riding scooters, walking in the park and exploring nature by going on nature walks. The children will also access outdoor activities by attending a space provided for

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the community by the local authority, which has a farm on site. Children will learn about different farm animals, plants and vegetables. n The childminder understands children need to be prepared for school. Therefore, she will ensure her curriculum promotes the development of independence skills. Children will have the opportunity to go shopping in the local market to buy fruit and vegetables to make lunch and snack. Children will learn how to pay for the goods and come back to the setting to use a knife to cut the fruit for snack and cut cucumbers to make a healthy sandwich. n The childminder has a wide array of natural resources to develop children's knowledge and skill across all areas of the curriculum. She uses sustainably sourced resources and has a no plastic policy. Children will learn about how to take care of the environment. n The childminder understands the critical role she plays in supporting children to

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develop healthy attitudes. Children will have opportunities to practise brushing their teeth using toothbrushes and toothpaste. They will also learn about how to stay healthy and active by eating healthy food and staying active. n The childminder discusses how she would form relationships with children and

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This provision meets requirements

22 May 2023 act as a good role model, exemplifying excellent conduct, behaviour and manners. The childminder will create rules with the children to establish effective routines and structures. She will use circle time to teach children how to name, recognise and manage different emotions. The childminder discusses how she will support children to develop positive behaviour and understand what this means. n The childminder demonstrates a commitment to developing partnerships with parents. She discusses the importance of keeping parents well informed about their child's development and needs. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates knowledge of how to support the needs of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She understands she can contact the local authority inclusion team for further support and assistance.

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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 EY490656 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10285822 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 19 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and is located in Deptford. She provides care all day on Monday to Friday, all year round, including weekend and overnight care by arrangement. The childminder offers before- and after-school care. She holds a childcare qualification at level 6.

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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 showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she would organise the curriculum. She also discussed how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observations, assessment and planning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the provider, which include the arrangements to safeguard and promote children's welfare.

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Inspection activities

22 May 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

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