Childminder in Lambeth

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she will implement her curriculum intent, and the skills she wants children to learn. For example, she will support children to develop their problem-solving skills and communication and language development. n The childminder knows the action she must take if she has a concern about a child's welfare. She undertakes safeguarding training to help her to identify signs of possible abuse and neglect. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of engaging with parents and other professionals, such as health visitors, to provide a targeted approach to children's learning. She confirms that she will find out important information before children start to help to promote their safety and a consistent approach. n The childminder talks about how she will encourage children's positive behaviour. For example, she explains that she will support all children to recognise their feelings and show respect for one another.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting children's good health and physical exercise. She describes how she will plan outings every day, such as to local parks and farms, to help to support children's sense of self within the local community. The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's good hygiene practices. n The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation and professional development to help to improve her knowledge and skills.

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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 2660699 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10350741 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 and works alongside a co-childminder. She lives in Clapham, in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder provides care throughout most of the year, from 7.30am until 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the childminder's home and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she organises her early years setting, including the aims and rationale for the curriculum. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation.

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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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