Childminder in Harrow

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to create a warm and welcoming environment to help children settle. For example, she displays children's work to promote their self-esteem and feel a sense of belonging. n The childminder is highly ambitious and has a strong understanding of how children learn. She demonstrates a secure understanding of how to plan an exciting and ambitious curriculum for all children to progress well. The childminder shows a knowledgeable approach about the most important skills children need to learn. She describes in detail how she plans a wealth of exciting activities for children to progress. The childminder explains how she teaches children to learn by breaking tasks into small steps so that they continue to build on prior learning. n The childminder is enthusiastic about ensuring that all children achieve well in her care. She has a secure knowledge of how to support children with special

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educational needs and/or disabilities to reach their potential. The childminder understands how to devise skilful techniques to help children to express their thoughts and feelings, such as by using picture cards. She is acutely aware that children learn at their own pace and discusses how she plans activities accordingly. n The childminder demonstrates a strong awareness of the importance of good behaviour management strategies. She understands how to teach children to identify and learn to manage their emotions and impulses through a range of resources, such as picture books and discussion. n The childminder gives partnership working with parents a good priority. She asks parents to provide important information about their child's needs at the start of placement, so that she can plan to meet them. The childminder understands the importance of meeting with parents at regular intervals to agree children's next

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steps in learning together. n The childminder is enthusiastic about keeping her skills and knowledge up to date. She reflects on what works well and how she can adapt the routine to suit the needs of the children in her care at the time. The childminder undertakes relevant training, including child protection, so that her understanding of how to identify and report a child at risk of harm remains secure. She is keen to keep her skills and knowledge up to date. For example, the childminder attends regular training, such as around movement and exercise, to support children's learning.

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This provision meets requirements

26 September 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 EY536442 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 10354828 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 0 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 7 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Pinner. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that 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 curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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

26 September 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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