Childminder in Brent

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates that she is dedicated to providing a welcoming environment, where children can form strong bonds and attachments and feel safe and secure. n The childminder explains her understanding of how children learn and develop. She demonstrates a wealth of knowledge in finding out what children already know and then planning high-quality interactions that will support their future learning and reflect their individual needs. n The childminder explains how she would track and monitor children's progress, through careful observation, and use the information in her future planning. She will complete regular checks and share information with parents so they can support children at home. She talks about the pride she feels in children's achievements and the progress they have made. n The childminder talks confidently about the environment and resources on offer and how to adapt these for the child's age and stage of development. She has a

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clear vision for the aims of the curriculum and focuses on the prime areas of learning. She explains how she helps children learn new words and repeat and practise learning, so it is fully embedded. Where children need additional support, the childminder knows how to seek advice and work with other professionals to support children's progress. n The childminder explains how she supports children to be ready for transition to the next stage in their education, by helping them to become more independent and grow in confidence. She explains how she would support their emotional well-being and encourage them to express themselves. She will often plan group song and story times and encourage children to follow a routine. n The childminder is aware of how to support children to develop healthy habits and have active lifestyles. The large garden space enables her to support children's physical skills, as well as trips out to the local park. She encourages

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parents to provide healthy lunches and for children to try new and healthy foods. n The childminder explains she will take children to playgroups, community groups and library. She describes how she will use these experiences to encourage children to develop their understanding of the world, meet other children and build on their social skills. n The childminder explains how she develops relationships with parents and how communication must be strong so parents feel reassured and know that their children are happy and safe. She regularly communicates with photographs and message updates. In daily feedback, she shares children's achievements and explains to parents what their children's next steps in learning are. n The childminder is reflective and committed to her professional development. She enhances her skills and knowledge through extra training and working alongside childminders. She explains that working together, and sharing

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knowledge, helps her to enhance the provision and consider ways of improving further.

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31 July 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 EY500138 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10351467 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 5 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 11 September 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016. She works alongside a co-childminder in the London Borough of Brent. She is open most of the year year round, from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She accepts funding for early education.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure 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 their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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31 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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31 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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