Childminder in Southwark

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the early years learning and development requirements. She explains the importance of learning through play with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning opportunities. The childminder describes how she would plan a wide curriculum for the children in her care, which would consider the individual child's interests, age and stage of learning and development. n The childminder is aware of the importance of supporting children to be confident and independent. For example, acknowledging what children do well and their efforts. She will encourage younger children to put on their shoes and feed themselves. Older children will be supported with potty training and the childminder with encourage self-help skills. This will help to prepare children for school. n The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe. She knows the procedure to follow should she become concerned about a child's welfare

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and ensures that her safeguarding training and knowledge is up to date. n The childminder demonstrates how she will promote children's positive behaviour. She highlights how she will be consistent in her approach when working with children. The childminder knows how to help children understand their feelings and how to regulate them positively. n The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals where needed to ensure consistency for children. For example, she will gather information from parents about the children to help her understand what they like, what they know and can do. She will share information with parents about children's care and learning and how they can further support them at home. n The childminder knows how to promote children's physical development. For example, ensuring they have opportunities to develop their finger muscles and

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body control. She will take them to places such as parks and ensure they have healthy and nutritious meals. She understands the value of catering for the dietary needs of each child.

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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 EY271068 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10351464 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 11 September 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Walworth, in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder provides care during weekdays throughout the year.

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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 her evaluation of her setting. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training, and evidence of the suitability of members of the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage statutory framework.

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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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