Childminder in Islington

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she gathers information from parents at the start to help decide what the children are to ready to learn next. The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, examples of how she will teach and provide opportunities for children to achieve and build on their prior learning, to make continuous progress. n The childminder describes how she will plan and provide activities for varied ages, and how she will assess children's progress over time. She knows to use her assessments to identify any gaps in children's learning. n The childminder demonstrates effective knowledge of how to be a positive role model to support children's understanding of expected behaviour. She spoke about how she will support children to have respect and show kindness to others around them. n The learning environment is well organised and the childminder keeps a range of age-appropriate resources for children. She explains how she will plan for

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children's interests and is knowledgeable about helping them to stay active and healthy. n The childminder explains how she will build effective partnerships with parents and other professionals, to help ensure continuity of care and learning. n The childminder welcomes the support of her local authority early years advisory team. She has completed relevant online training courses since her last inspection to keep her knowledge for her role updated. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to conduct risk assessments to ensure her home and equipment are safe for chidlren. The areas used for childminding are well organised and safe for children. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's communication and language skills. She has a variety of books for children to be read to from or look at themselves, and they undertake regular visits to the library. n In discussion, the childminder explains that she ensures children have

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opportunities to develop their social skills, both in her home and among larger groups of children during regular visits to the children's centre. She aims to increase their confidence and help them to build new friendships with other children.

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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 EY345608 Local authority Islington Inspection number 10347004 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 28 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007. She operates from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, throughout most of the year. The childminder is available for school drop offs and collections from St Peter & St Paul Catholic Primary School, Islington. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 childcare qualification.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home and observed the range of resources, toys and equipment in the environment for children's learning, comfort and safety. The childminder demonstrated how she has specific measures put into place to support children's safety. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and the records the childminder uses to support children's welfare and learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to support children's learning and development, and how she will support children to make good progress in their learning journey. n The inspector discussed with the childminder about her systems for self-

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10 July 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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10 July 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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