Childminder in Islington

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She describes the importance of learning through play and following children's interests to plan engaging activities that meet their individual needs. She demonstrates her knowledge of a variety of activities that help children learn new skills in readiness for their next stages of learning. n The childminder demonstrates knowledge of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and following the referral process so children get additional support. She explains how she would work closely with other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, to support children with their communication skills. n The childminder explains how she will set clear boundaries for children to promote their positive behaviour. She will support children to learn how to treat

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and respect each other, such as sharing equipment and being polite. n The childminder explains how she will support children's communication and language development throughout the day with stories, songs and using a range of vocabulary. She explains that local visits and different classes will encourage further socialisation and conversation. n The childminder explains that she would like children to become independent and confident. She will encourage children to serve themselves, pour their own drinks and make choices. She demonstrates understanding of sensitive care routines and talks about children washing their hands and managing their own hygiene. n The childminder explains the importance of healthy lifestyles and how she will encourage healthy eating by making home-cooked meals and a variety of snack choices. She understands the need for visits to the park to develop children's gross motor skills.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the importance of maintaining her professional development and regularly updating her childcare knowledge and training. She is committed to this and describes how recent training would inform and improve her practice. n The childminder has good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. She understands the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's well-being. She describes the systems in place to risk assess her home and keep children safe. n The childminder understands the importance of maintaining close relationships with parents. She explains the importance of parent partnerships and finding out information about children when they start. She talks about how she will communicate regularly with parents to keep them updated on their children's welfare and development and signpost them to support they may need.

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This provision meets requirements

22 October 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 EY385139 Local authority Islington Inspection number 10359913 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 12 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in the London Borough of Islington. She operates on Monday to Wednesday, term time only, from 9am to 6pm. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises. She discussed how she would ensure it is safe and suitable and changes she would make if children were attending. n The inspector and childminder discussed her understanding of the learning and development and safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her childcare practices throughout the inspection to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n The inspector sampled a range of relevant documentation, including the childminder's public liability insurance and training certificates. n The inspector verified evidence of suitability for the childminder and the adults working and living on the premises.

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22 October 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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