Childminder in Lambeth

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder confidently explains how she will keep children safe from harm. She has robust safeguarding policies and procedures to underpin her practice. The childminder knows how to identify signs and symptoms of abuse. She understands who to contact to seek advice and how to report any safeguarding concerns to the relevant agencies. n The childminder has a range of resources and equipment to help children enjoy their learning. She describes how she intends to provide activities and experiences to interest and motivate children. The childminder explains how she will monitor children's development, to ensure that they are making good progress. n The childminder understands the importance of positive relationships with parents. She plans to communicate with them daily, to exchange information on children's care and experiences in her setting. The childminder intends to keep parents informed about their children's achievements and to work cooperatively

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to support the next steps in their learning. n The childminder describes how she will help children to learn about their community and the world around them, such as through regular outings within their local area. She says that she will support children's understanding of people and communities outside of their own experiences. For example, she will celebrate a range of cultural and religious festivals with children throughout the year. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's positive behaviour. For instance, she will explain the rules and boundaries within her home and give children plenty of praise. The childminder will provide opportunities for children to broaden their interactions and develop social skills, such as by visiting parks and playgroups. n The childminder outlines how she builds on her professional knowledge and skills. For example, she attends training and seeks advice from her local

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This provision meets requirements

authority childminding coordinator. The childminder intends to reflect on what children have enjoyed and what she could do differently, to enhance their learning and develop her 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 EY472322 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10258305 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 2 Date of previous inspection 29 July 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Brixton in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder offers her childcare service from 8am to 6pm throughout most of the year.

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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 provider. n The inspector reviewed a sample of the childminder's written documentation. This includes the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate and her safeguarding policies and procedures. n The childminder discussed how she will organise her provision and provide a suitable early years curriculum for children. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that she intends to use for childminding. She explains how she assesses potential risks, to help keep children safe.

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Inspection activities

21 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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Inspection activities

21 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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