Childminder in Lambeth

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is reflective of her own practice and strives to improve her knowledge further, specifically with regards to improving her knowledge of special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The environment is well organised and offers a range of resources to support children's learning and development. The childminder considers diversity by providing a wide range of multi-cultural toys and books, showing careful consideration to the children in the local area. n The childminder has a good knowledge of the early years foundation stage framework. She understands how assessment helps to plan next steps for children and how each child is unique. She also considers ways to further develop children's learning and experiences, through outings to the library, the park or the museum. n The childminder knows how to teach children to stay healthy. She understands the importance of cooking healthy meals and talking to the children about eating

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This provision meets requirements

healthily and exercising. n The childminder values parent partnership and understands how to work together effectively, such as giving daily feedback about activities completed throughout the day. n The childminder understands how to keep children safe and is able to follow policies and procedures effectively.

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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 EY426670 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10359954 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 1 Date of previous inspection 18 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Balham, in the London Borough of Lambeth. Her home is located close to parks, schools and local transport links. The childminder is available for work from 7.30am until 7pm on Mondays and Fridays all year round. The childminder carries out school drop off and collection for older children. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 2.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and childminder discussed the resources available to support children's learning. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on the prime areas. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

22 November 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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