Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she arranges her premises to keep children safe and secure. She explains how she will organise the space to give children plenty of room to play. The childminder understands how to undertake risk assessments to ensure that children are safe in her home and on outings. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of how to plan a broad and inclusive curriculum. She explains how she will use observations and assessments of children's development to identify their next steps in their learning. n The childminder describes how she will use her extensive experience of working with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to support all children. For example, she explains how she will use visual prompts and sign language to promote children's communication skills. The childminder is aware of the importance of working with schools and other professionals to help

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children to reach their best potential. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's good health. She details how she will take children to local parks to ensure that they receive plenty of fresh air and exercise. The childminder understands safe procedures for administering medications. She explains how she protects children from the spread of infection by teaching them good hygiene practices, such as regularly washing their hands. n The childminder demonstrates a commitment to building strong partnerships with parents and carers. She understands the importance of sharing information to help children to settle quickly into her setting. n The childminder has high expectations of children's behaviour. She explains how she will support children to manage their feelings. The childminder describes how she will support children to develop independence and self-esteem by encouraging them to express their opinions and make choices.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder undertakes regular training to maintain and extend her knowledge and skills. She keeps her membership of professional associations current and has links with local childminder networks, where they share ideas and good practice. The childminder makes sure that her mandatory training is up to date, including first aid and safeguarding.

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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 EY419155 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10367566 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 13 February 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder provides childcare all year round, from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Thursday. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 2.

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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 provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for the curriculum. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process and how she plans to improve her knowledge.

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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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