Childminder in Newham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder continues to maintain meticulous records and engage with training opportunities to ensure that she is up to date with best practice. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a safe and secure environment, where they can thrive in their learning and development. The childminder describes the flexible settling-in period she will provide to build trusting and secure bonds with children. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to use the early years foundation stage. She explains how she will use this knowledge to provide an ambitious and challenging curriculum for children that builds on what they already know and what it is they need to learn next. The childminder describes how she will ensure that her setting is inclusive for all children and the swift interventions she will implement to bridge any gaps she identifies in children's learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of having clear rules and boundaries

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in place for children. The childminder describes how she will be a good role model and facilitate children's play to teach them to share and take turns. The childminder talks about building children's confidence, independence and developing skills of resilience, to ensure that they are ready for the next stage of their learning. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to develop healthy lifestyles. She describes how she will work in partnership with parents to ensure that children bring packed lunches which are nutritionally balanced. The childminder talks about how she will educate children, such as through books, discussion and cooking activities, about the importance that healthy eating and exercise have on their bodies. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, developing professional and open relationships where they can work

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together for the best interests of children. She recognises the importance of being self-reflective in her practice, seeking regular feedback from parents and other professionals she may work with. n The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibility towards keeping children safe from harm or abuse. She has clear procedures in place for recording and reporting any concerns. The childminder teaches children to begin to understand how to keep themselves safe, for example sitting while using scissors or teaching them about road safety while on outings.

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This provision meets requirements

24 June 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 2663141 Local authority Newham Inspection number 10350581 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. She lives in Upton Park in the London Borough of Newham. The childminder operates all year round, between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a relevant qualification at level 5.

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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 provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the safeguarding measures in place within the setting. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the learning and welfare requirements.

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Inspection activities

24 June 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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