Childminder in Hackney

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of what she wants children to learn in her care. She prioritises building secure bonds with children to promote their emotional well-being. The childminder describes how she will use a treasure basket to meet the sensory and development needs of babies. She has good knowledge of how young children develop language over time. The childminder demonstrates how she will support this through modelling language, singing and storytelling activities. n The childminder understands her role in preparing children for school. She explains the importance of building children's independence and self-care skills to ensure that they are ready for their next stage of learning. The childminder intends to join groups in the local area to provide wider social opportunities for children in readiness for a school environment. n The childminder explains how she will promote healthy lifestyles. She intends to

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offer children fresh fruit and vegetables as snacks and will discuss the importance of balanced meals with parents. The childminder will use the local area as much as possible to give children access to outside spaces for exercise and fresh air. She describes these outings as learning opportunities to teach children about the world around them and their personal safety. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents to help promote continuity of care and learning for children. She knows her local community well and describes how she will offer support and guidance to parents, including signposting them to other professionals and agencies where appropriate. n The childminder is committed to delivering inclusive practice. She describes how she will make reasonable adjustments to ensure that all children can access the activities on offer. The childminder explains the importance of valuing each child

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as an individual, including incorporating their cultural backgrounds and celebrations into her planning. n The childminder seeks the support of other professionals, such as early years advisers, to keep her knowledge and training up to date. She has a clear understanding of how to keep children safe, including recognising and taking steps to minimise risks to children. The childminder has a robust understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities.

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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 2647972 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10339483 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022 and lives in the London Borough of Hackney. She offers childcare all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for the curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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23 May 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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23 May 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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