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This provision does not meet requirements

n There is a risk assessment in place for the pet dogs. However, the childminder has not identified all potential risks, such as when taking the dogs on outings with the children. n The childminder is able to explain how she works with external agencies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She describes how she works in partnership with parents to ensure consistency in any specialised support. n The childminder explains how important the well-being of her assistants is, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. She promotes this by offering them massage and aromatherapy sessions. n The childminder is able to describe how she manages children's behaviour in a positive way. She describes how she communicates her expectations to children through a behaviour board. She described the different-coloured warning circles that are used to help children learn to self-regulate.

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n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health. She describes the home-cooked food provided, which meets children's individual dietary needs. She describes themed activities that support children's understanding of healthy eating and herbs that benefit their health. n The childminder is able to describe the intent of her curriculum. She explains how she will monitor children's progress and identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder demonstrates through discussion how she provides daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise in the garden. She explains that the children make use of the community ball pen to engage in games and large-muscle exercise to promote their physical development. n The childminder has an up-to-date paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. n The childminder described appropriate procedures to protect children should she

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This provision does not meet requirements

become concerned about the safety or welfare of a child or the conduct of a colleague.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

improve the current risk assessment regarding the dogs to ensure it is adequately robust and includes all potential risks, including when on outings with the children. 08/08/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY349734 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10301947 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 10 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 15 November 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Hither Green, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays. The childminder works with assistants. She offers funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n Documentation was reviewed and discussed with the childminder. n The inspector viewed the areas where childcare is provided. n Discussions were held between the childminder and inspector. This included discussions about her understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. n The inspector visited the linked site to view some documentation.

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Inspection activities

18 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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18 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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