Childminder in Southwark

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has improved her knowledge of the early years foundation stage since the last inspection. She has undertaken several learning opportunities and sought guidance from the local authority. n The childminder is clear about what she wants children to learn across the seven areas of learning. She gives examples of the types of opportunities she would provide for children, such as using treasure baskets and painting activities to promote younger children's small-muscle movements. However, she could do more to support babies' large physical skills. n The childminder describes how she teaches children to manage their own behaviour using simple rules. She explains how she promotes positive behaviour, such as turn-taking, through playful interactions. n The childminder explains how she works in partnership with parents. She shows the inspector the information she gathers about children's individual needs as

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part of her role as their key person. The childminder discusses how she promotes healthy eating by offering healthy snacks and sharing tips with parents about what to put in children's lunch boxes. n The childminder explains how she would identify a child who was being abused or at risk of harm. She explains the steps she would take to report her concerns, including if an allegation was made against her or a household member.

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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 EY291216 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10247828 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 23 June 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Walworth, in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder operates her service weekdays between 9am and 5pm, throughout most of the year. She holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued 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 it is safe and suitable. n The childminder talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want their children to learn. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

25 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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25 May 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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