Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder in Hackney
Summary
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- Inspection date verified
25 Jul 2023
- Inspectors verified
Catherine Greene
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Not met
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
2525520
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Grade profile
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards continuous improvement and evaluating her own practice. p.2
- She has engaged with support from the local authority and attended a range of training since her last inspection. p.2
- This includes training to specifically assist her in developing the curriculum, so that activities support individual children and those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. p.2
- The childminder knows how to provide a broad range of enjoyable activities, to help promote children's ongoing development. p.2
- She plans regular outings for children to explore the world around them and develop a range of physical skills. p.2
- The childminder knows how to promote children's safety in her home and during outings to minimise accidents and injuries. p.2
- She follows clear risk assessments to make sure her home is free from hazards. p.2
- The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding. p.2
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Teaching & assessment2
“She follows clear risk assessments to make sure her home is free from hazards.” p.2
Anatomy of the report
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 386
- about usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 41, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 17 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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Full report text
Met
Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards continuous improvement and evaluating her own practice. She has engaged with support from the local authority and attended a range of training since her last inspection. This includes training to specifically assist her in developing the curriculum, so that activities support individual children and those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder knows how to provide a broad range of enjoyable activities, to help promote children's ongoing development. She plans regular outings for children to explore the world around them and develop a range of physical skills. n The childminder knows how to promote children's safety in her home and during outings to minimise accidents and injuries. She follows clear risk assessments to make sure her home is free from hazards. n The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding. She knows what to do
p.2
This provision meets requirements
in the event of concerns about a child's welfare and safety. She ensures that all mandatory training is up to date, including first aid and safeguarding and is knowledgeable about how to follow safe procedures. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, the importance of encouraging children to adopt healthy lifestyles through healthy eating, promoting physical exercise and spending time outdoors. n The childminder understands how to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for children. She places great importance on making sure children feel valued and learn to respect similarities and differences in others. n The childminder will communicate regularly with parents, so they can be consistent in their plans for children's development. She knows how to manage children's behaviour in a supportive way to build skills in sharing and turn taking into daily activities. She understands the benefit of giving children opportunities
p.2
This provision meets requirements
to talk about their experiences and emotions.
p.2
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 2525520 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10258270 Type of provision Childminder
p.3
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder
p.3
inspection
Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 29 June 2022
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Manor House in the London Borough of Hackney. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm. She has a level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education.
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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 inspector held discussions with the childminder about her methods for self- evaluation and her plans to continue to develop her practice. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises. She discussed how she ensures all areas are safe and suitable for children. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning.
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Inspection activities
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
25 July 2023 25 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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Inspection activities
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