Childminder in Greenwich

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to assess risks. She describes how she identifies and removes hazards in her home. The childminder knows that regularly reviewing risk assessments helps to keep children safe. n The childminder has a strong understanding of factors that may effect suitability. She knows how to report changes to her own suitability and that of others in her home. The childminder understands that she must report any changes in her personal circumstances to Ofsted. n The childminder understands how to plan suitable activities for children. She has a strong understanding of the skills and knowledge children need to learn. The childminder describes how she will create challenging learning opportunities for children of different ages. n The childminder understands that children learn at different rates. She demonstrates an understanding of how to identify gaps in children's learning.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She understands how to make links with experts to support learning. This ensures all children receive specialist support where required. n The childminder knows how to find out what children can do. She understands how to assess children and identify what they need to learn next. The childminder understands how to use this knowledge to plan a suitably ambitious curriculum. n The childminder understands that fostering strong partnerships with parents is important. She knows that learning about children's previous experiences is key to supporting their growth. The childminder knows how to share information with parents. She understands this helps them to extend children's learning at home. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote a healthy lifestyle to children. This includes preparing nutritious home-cooked meals. The

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This provision meets requirements

childminder understands that supporting children to spend time outside in the fresh air promotes their physical health. n The childminder explains the importance of having clear expectations of children's behaviour. She understands that the COVID-19 pandemic may have limited the social experiences of some children. She knows that teaching children how to take care of each other promotes their emotional and social development. n The childminder describes the importance of regularly reflecting on her practice. She knows that arranging training to enhance her skills helps her teaching skills improve over time. The childminder has strong links with her local authority. She explains how she finds training to improve her practice.

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This provision meets requirements

20 August 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 EY444931 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10355259 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 4 Date of previous inspection 22 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday, all year round. Her opening times are 8am until 6pm.

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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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

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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20 August 2024 20 August 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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