Childminder in Southwark

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has suitable knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse to protect children's welfare. She keeps up to date with mandatory training, such as safeguarding. The childminder knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns effectively. She is committed to ensuring that the premises and areas children access are safe for them to play and learn in. n The childminder understands she must continue to comply with the requirements of the early years foundation stage when there are no children on roll under the age of five years. She ensures that she monitors the ongoing suitability of household members to make sure that children are safe. n The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of the educational programmes. She discusses the importance of planning a child-led curriculum based on children's starting points in development. The childminder understands the importance of taking account of children's interests to help keep them

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engaged and motivated and to support them to develop positive attitudes. n The childminder shows a suitable understanding on how to use a variety of resources to help aid children's communication and learning. For example, she describes how she will use a visual learning timetable. n The childminder understands the importance of developing positive relationships with parents and carers. She explains how she will gather key information from them prior to their children starting to facilitate a smooth transition. The childminder demonstrates the significance of keeping parents informed of their child's care and learning development and working in partnership to support children to achieve their full potential. n The childminder is aware of the importance of building partnership with external professionals. For example, she explains how she will work with the local authority inclusion team and early years adviser to ensure that children receive

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This provision meets requirements

the right support, such as those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make good progress. n The childminder gives suitable examples of how she will support children to develop positive behaviour. For instance, she understands the importance of acting as a positive role model, clarifying her expectations and teaching children strategies to self-regulate. n The childminder understands how to help children to develop healthy attitudes. For instance, she describes how she will plan daily opportunities for children to access outdoor play, to develop their physical and social skills well. The childminder also understands the significance of teaching children about healthy eating. n The childminder shows a good understanding of the importance of supporting children to develop independence. For example, she describes how she will encourage children to manage their own self-care to prepare them well for their

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This provision meets requirements

17 January 2025 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 2676184 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10368612 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 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022 and is located in the London Borough of Southwark. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Wednesday. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder walked the inspector around her home to understand how the early years provision and the curriculum will be organised. n The inspector looked at a sample of documents. This included the safeguarding policy and complaints procedure. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she is meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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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Inspection activities

17 January 2025 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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