Childminder in Lambeth

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands that the COVID-19 pandemic may have affected children's learning. He recognises his responsibility to identify when children have gaps in their learning. The childminder knows how to work with external partners to support children. This includes children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. He understands that this helps all children to reach the best possible outcomes. n The childminder undertakes regular risk assessments with his assistant. He checks his home and garden for hazards and makes sure that all toys and equipment are in good working order. The childminder understands that this helps to keep children safe. n The childminder understands the safeguarding issues that may affect the children in his care. He demonstrates an understanding of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of abuse or harm. He knows how to report his concerns to the appropriate authorities. The childminder regular arranges training for

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himself and his assistant to help keep their knowledge and skills up to date. n The childminder understands the importance of a healthy lifestyle for young children. He ensures that children spend time outdoors every day. The childminder takes children to local parks and spends extended periods of time in the garden with them. He teaches football skills such as passing and dribbling. The childminder knows this helps children to develop their physical strength. n The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of the knowledge and skills that children need to learn. He can plan suitably challenging activities for children. He evaluates what children know and can do and uses this to create opportunities for children to practise new knowledge and skills. The childminder recognises that this helps children to reach their milestones. n The childminder is reflective of his practice. He regularly seeks out professional

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development opportunities to help develop his teaching. The childminder knows that he would benefit from learning more about speech and language development. He is currently arranging training to help develop his knowledge and skills. n The childminder understands that fostering strong partnerships with parents is important. He knows that discussions with parents about children's learning helps parents to extend their children's learning at home. n The childminder demonstrates sound knowledge of how to teach children about differences. He understands that it is important to talk to the children about different people and communities. He knows this promotes children's respect and understanding of other people and helps them to behave well.

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This provision meets requirements

13 July 2023 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 2626212 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10301086 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 2 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. He lives in the London borough of Brixton. The childminder works with an assistant. He provides funded early years education for children aged two, three and four years of age.

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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 and the inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process and how he plans to improve her knowledge. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how he ensures that they are safe and suitable.

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Inspection activities

13 July 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 July 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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