Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has taken positive steps to address the actions from the previous inspection. She now has a better understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children, including the agencies she needs to report to. She knows the procedures to follow if there has been an allegation made against her, her assistants or any of her household members. n The childminder knows how to assess risks in her home to ensure it is safe and suitable for children. She is aware of potential hazards and explains what she needs to do to minimise the risk to children. She is aware of providing a safe environment for children to play in. This also includes outings to the local park or playgoups. n The childminder understands the early years foundation stage curriculum (EYFS) and discusses how she would support children's learning through play. Nevertheless, she recognises the need to plan for her professional development

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This provision meets requirements

to continuously update her practice and understanding. n The childminder demonstrates her understanding about how to plan learning opportunities for children that will support and extend their development. She understands about organising activities and experiences that help children build on what they know and can do. She discusses how she will monitor children's learning and complete the progress check at age two. The childminder understands how she can seek additional external support from other professionals for children who may need this. n The childminder understands the importance of building strong and effective partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend. She knows to gather information when children first start with her, to plan for their learning. The childminder appreciates the need to regularly share information on children's progress and achievements, to support the next steps for their future

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development. n The childminder talks about how she will support children with their feelings and emotions. She understands the importance of teaching children to respect others and develop an understanding of what is expected of them. The childminder talks about providing opportunities for children to learn how to share and take turns. She discusses how she will work with parents to establish a shared approach to managing children's behaviour. n The childminder talks about how she will ensure that children enjoy healthy lifestyles. For instance, she talks about providing healthy meals and snacks, as well as providing children with lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills by visiting the local parks, so they can use larger equipment and learn to take risks. n The childminder recognises how to promote children's well-being, raise their confidence and help them prepare for their move on to school.

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This provision meets requirements

22 January 2024 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 EY485697 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10309002 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 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 28 July 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides childcare from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, for most of the year. The childminder holds a degree in early years and works with assistants.

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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 childminder took the inspector on a tour and showed the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the requirements of the EYFS. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver children's learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector sampled documentation, including suitability checks, public liability insurance and qualification certificates.

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Inspection activities

22 January 2024 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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22 January 2024 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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