Childminder in Westminster

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of child development. She intends to provide children with a child-led curriculum that supports them to develop their independence. The childminder discusses how she will use an online app to monitor children's progress and share this with the parents. She explains how she will also use this information to ensure that any concerns are dealt with in a timely manner. The childminder regularly attends online training and courses to keep her knowledge of the early years up to date. n The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents. She explains how she intends to support this relationship through consistent communication. For example, the childminder describes how she will share photos and videos with parents throughout the time that children are with her. She also explains that she will give verbal feedback when parents collect their

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children. n The childminder has a good understanding of keeping children safe. She regularly attends mandatory training in first aid and safeguarding. The childminder is able to explain the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She explains the procedures she will follow should she have any concerns about any of the children. n The childminder has a large range of resources and activities. She explains how she intends to support children and their different stages of their development through her planning and activities. The childminder discusses her plans to take children on trips, such as to the local park, zoo and library, to further enhance their learning. n The childminder understands how to promote children's positive behaviour. She explains how she intends to provide the children with a warm and inclusive environment to promote this. n The childminder explains how she will support children with transitions. For

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example, she explains she will work closely with parents when children are ready to start toilet training. n The childminder discusses how she intends to support children to make healthy choices. She explains that she will plan and make healthy meals for children and include them in the cooking process. The childminder describes how she will ensure that children's allergies and intolerances are taken into account.

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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 EY496252 Local authority Westminster Inspection number 10301185 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 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in the London Borough of Westminster. The childminder offers childcare from Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm, during school term times.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first inspection the childminder received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. This inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the setting. n The childminder explained how she will maintain her relationship with parents. n The childminder discussed how she will keep the children in her care safe. n The childminder explained how she will support children's learning and development.

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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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