Childminder in Barking and Dagenham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder and her assistant describe how they will provide an interesting, stimulating curriculum for children. They understand how to incorporate children's interests into their learning to keep them engaged. The childminder understands the importance of observing and assessing children in order to identify gaps in their learning. She explains how she will build on what children already know to extend and develop their learning further. n The childminder and her assistant understand how to keep children safe both indoors and outside. They risk assess the environment daily and share how they swiftly deal with any identified issues quickly. The childminder has made the environment safe for children to play in securely. She understands her role in child protection and who to contact if she is concerned about the welfare of children and adults. The childminder has strong community links with agencies

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that focus on safety. She knows what risks local families might face and how to get help and support. n The childminder explains how she will build secure bonds with children to promote their emotional well-being and independence. She describes how she has high expectations of children's behaviour and will be a good role model for them. n The childminder explains the importance of working in partnership with parents and sharing information with them. She understands the value of collecting information about children when they start, so that she can plan for their future learning. n The childminder and her assistant value the support and guidance from the local authority and the training opportunities they provide. They are committed to keeping their knowledge and training up to date. n The childminder describes how children will be taken to play outdoors in local playgrounds after careful risk assessments are complete. The childminder and

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her assistant know the value of playing outside and the benefits to children's general health and development.

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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 EY364884 Local authority Barking and Dagenham Inspection number 10308234 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 12 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 2 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The childminder provides care each weekday from 7.30am to 6pm all year round, including before and after school. The childminder and her assistant both hold a relevant early years qualification at level 3 and level 2.

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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 provision. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact that this has on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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7 March 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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7 March 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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