Childminder in Camden

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates that she is committed to providing a high-quality and welcoming environment, where children can feel safe and secure. n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder describes the importance of children learning through play and how she will plan a curriculum that reflects children's individual needs. n The childminder describes how she will closely observe children and assess their development regularly to find out what they need to learn next. She understands the importance of providing interesting activities to help to support children's progress in all areas of learning. n The childminder describes how she will support children's language and communication through talking to children regularly throughout the day. She explains she will extend their knowledge of the wider world through visits and

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outings. n The childminder explains she will take children to the local parks, playgroups, community groups and library. She describes how she will use these experiences to encourage children to develop their understanding of the world, meet other children and build on their social skills. n The childminder speaks four different languages and shows an understanding of how to support children who speak English as an additional language. She describes how she will provide an inclusive service, where all differences, cultures and beliefs are valued. n The childminder shows a secure understanding of how she will promote children's health. She explains how she will provide daily opportunities for children to take part in outdoor activities to support their physical development. n The childminder explains how she will set clear boundaries for children to promote their positive behaviour. She will support children to learn how to treat

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and respect each other, such as sharing equipment and being polite. n The childminder understands the importance of giving the children plenty of praise and encouragement to help them to recognise they are doing well. n The childminder describes how she will provides parents with helpful guidance on healthy foods to include in their children's packed lunches, to ensure that their meals are nutritious and balanced. n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and other settings which children might attend to ensure consistency for care. She describes how she will share information regularly regarding children's progress. n The childminder is aware of who to contact if she has concerns about a child's development and will signpost parents to health professionals for help and support. n The childminder recognises the importance of maintaining her professional development and regularly updating her childcare knowledge and training. She

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This provision meets requirements

describes how she will evaluate her provision to improve outcomes for children. n The childminder has good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

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This provision meets requirements

6 October 2023 procedures. She understands the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's well-being. The childminder describes the systems in place to risk assess her home and keep children safe.

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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 101964 Local authority Camden Inspection number 10279860 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 September 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000. She lives in the London Borough of Camden. The childminder provides care for children all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable for children. n The inspector discussed how the childminder will deliver the educational programmes for early years children, including the activities, experiences and resources she will provide. n The childminder explained how she will work in partnership with parents to support children's development and well-being. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

6 October 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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6 October 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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