Childminder in Lewisham

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has improved her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She demonstrates a clear understanding of planning a range of different activities to help children to make progress across the seven areas of learning. Furthermore, she shows appropriate awareness of the importance of monitoring children's development and regularly sharing individual plans for children's future learning with parents. n The childminder understands the benefits of providing children with a wide variety of experiences. For instance, she discusses the importance of planning regular trips to the library, playgroups and local parks. The childminder highlights how these experiences foster children's social development and help them to develop wider knowledge of their local community, different people and places. n Through discussion, the childminder displays secure knowledge of how to keep children safe. She can identify different indicators of harm and has clear

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knowledge of the steps to follow to report any concerns about a child's welfare. Furthermore, the childminder understands the correct procedures to adhere to in the event of an allegation being made against herself. n Forming strong partnerships with parents and ensuring they are kept well informed about their children's day, behaviour and new achievements is a high priority for the childminder. She discusses the value of good communication and sharing regular information to help to ensure good consistency and care. n The childminder demonstrates appropriate knowledge about teaching children about equality and diversity. She describes how she intends to help them to develop awareness of different beliefs and backgrounds. For instance, through experiencing a variety of different foods, music and learning about different cultural events throughout the year. n The childminder outlines how she intends to promote children's positive

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behaviour. For example, she describes the helpful effects of providing children with frequent praise and encouragement. In addition, she displays clear knowledge about helping children to learn about good manners and to understand the boundaries of her setting. n The childminder shows commitment to extending her professional knowledge. This is evident as she has been working with a childminding mentor and engaging in relevant training to help to develop her early years knowledge and skills.

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This provision meets requirements

15 March 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 2620382 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10305787 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 1 Date of previous inspection 23 March 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. She lives in Lewisham in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder operates all year round, Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm.

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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 provision. n The inspector discussed the early years foundation stage requirements with the childminder. n Together the childminder and inspector discussed the arrangements in place to help to protect children from harm. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home that are used for childminding to ensure they are safe and suitable. n A range of required documents were viewed. This includes the childminder's training certificates.

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Inspection activities

15 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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Inspection activities

15 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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