Childminder in Redbridge

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

p.1

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder outlines how she has addressed the weaknesses identified at her previous inspection. She has sought advice from her local early years advisory team and undertaken training to strengthen her understanding of how children learn. The childminder explains how she will provide interesting and challenging activities to support children's learning and development. n The childminder ensures that her home is a safe and suitable space for children. She has a good understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities and ensures that mandatory training is up to date. The childminder is alert to the signs of possible abuse and knows what to do if she is worried about a child's welfare. n The childminder knows the importance of promoting continuity in children's care and learning. She describes how she works closely with parents around matters such as children's toilet training. The childminder recognises the benefits of

p.2

This provision meets requirements

working closely with other professionals when needed to ensure that all children get the help that they require. n The childminder explains how she uses community play spaces to enhance children's learning experiences. She recognises that children benefit from opportunities to socialise in different environments to support their independence, confidence and relationships with others. n The childminder details how she ensures that children remain active, by incorporating exercise and outdoor activities into their daily routine. She plans visits to parks and playgrounds for children to use the play equipment. The childminder describes how these activities support children's physical development and well-being. n The childminder explains how she promotes positive behaviour by having clear and consistent boundaries for children. She describes how she supports children's understanding, such as by explaining the expectations calmly and in

p.2

This provision meets requirements

age-appropriate ways. n The childminder outlines how she will promote children's understanding of equality and diversity. This includes exploring events, such as Christmas, Eid and Lunar New Year. The childminder describes how she provides stories and plans activities to help children to learn about different cultures.

p.2

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.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number 128218 Local authority Redbridge Inspection number 10337287 Type of provision Childminder

p.3

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.3

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 29 February 2024

p.3

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in Seven Kings, in the London Borough of Redbridge. The childminder operates her service throughout most of the year, from 7am to 6.30pm, Tuesday to Friday.

p.3

Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for childminding. She discussed the safety and suitability of the premises with the childminder. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder intends to organise her 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.

p.3

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.

p.3

Inspection activities

12 March 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.

p.3

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.4

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.4

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.4

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.4