Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Killeen, Zara
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- Inspection date verified
17 Jul 2024
- Inspectors verified
Sarah Crawford
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY464844
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the early years foundation stage curriculum. p.2
- She explains how she will provide a broad range of opportunities and activities to support children's learning. p.2
- The childminder describes how she will link these to children's individual interests, to help capture their curiosity and promote positive attitudes to learning. p.2
- The childminder has a clear understanding of child development and knows what she wants children to learn at each stage. p.2
- She explains how she will observe children and assess their progress, to identify any gaps in their learning. p.2
- The childminder describes how she will foster children's progress. p.2
- This includes seeking advice from other professionals if needed. p.2
- The childminder describes how she will teach children about behavioural boundaries in positive and supportive ways. p.2
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 401
- about usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 47, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 17 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the early years foundation stage curriculum. She explains how she will provide a broad range of opportunities and activities to support children's learning. The childminder describes how she will link these to children's individual interests, to help capture their curiosity and promote positive attitudes to learning. n The childminder has a clear understanding of child development and knows what she wants children to learn at each stage. She explains how she will observe children and assess their progress, to identify any gaps in their learning. The childminder describes how she will foster children's progress. This includes seeking advice from other professionals if needed. n The childminder describes how she will teach children about behavioural boundaries in positive and supportive ways. She explains how she will adapt her expectations and methods for children of different ages and abilities. The
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This provision meets requirements
childminder says she will teach children to use good manners and be kind and respectful to others. n The childminder understands the importance of positive partnerships with parents. She explains how she will exchange information about children's care and learning, to promote a collaborative approach. The childminder says that she will help parents to continue children's learning at home. For example, she intends to provide a book lending facility, to encourage parents to read with their children. n The childminder wants children to develop a positive appreciation of their community and the world around them. She plans to take them on daily outings, such as to a library, playgroup and green spaces, so they can experience different environments and socialise with a mix of people. n The childminder is keen to build on her professional skills and knowledge. She ensures that mandatory training, including for paediatric first aid and
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This provision meets requirements
safeguarding, is refreshed regularly. The childminder also undertakes training to help further develop her teaching and enrich the curriculum for 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 EY464844 Local authority Camden Inspection number 10335559 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 20 June 2018
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in West Hampstead in the London Borough of Camden. The childminder operates her provision Monday to Thursday from 8am to 5.30pm, throughout most of the year. She holds a level 2 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector around her home. She explained how she ensures it is safe, secure and suitable for childminding. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n The childminder ensured that relevant documentation was available for the inspector. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and monitor their progress.
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Inspection activities
17 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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Inspection activities
17 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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