Childminder EY542911

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate to provide care for children. This is a requirement of registration. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour in effective ways. She will ensure that children have time and space to calm down. The childminder will talk with children to find a fair and positive solution. She intends to use distraction techniques to manage the behaviour of younger children. n During discussion, the childminder demonstrated that she knows how to support children's good progress through various curriculum-related activities. For example, she will promote children's communication, language and literacy skills by reading books to them and visit the library regularly with them. The childminder intends to encourage children to take part in pretend play, make up stories and practise their language skills. She knows the importance of supporting babies' communication skills by talking and singing with them and

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naming everyday objects. n The childminder understands how to promote children's independence skills. She will teach younger children how to feed themselves and older children how to put their coats and shoes on. The childminder intends to teach children when and how to wash and dry their hands. n The childminder knows how to work with parents to promote best outcomes for children. For example, she will liaise with parents to support children's development in areas, such as weaning and potty training. The childminder will give parents regular updates on children's activities and progress each day. She demonstrates an understanding of the importance of ensuring that parents of babies have details of their individual care routines, activities and progress. n The childminder is aware of the value of regular reflection on her work to set goals for improvement. She is keen to continually develop her knowledge and

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practice in order to be able to promote best outcomes for children. She has attended a course on understanding trauma in children, which has led to improved awareness in this area. n The childminder discussed how she will provide healthy routines for children, such as freshly made nutritious meals and snacks that meet special dietary needs. The childminder will ensure that children have access to fresh drinking water whenever they choose and teach children about the value of eating well through informative discussion. The childminder will ensure that children have daily fresh air and physical challenges to support their physical development. n The childminder knows how to identify any signs that a child may be at risk of abuse. She understands the procedures she must follow to keep children safe. The childminder regularly checks all areas of her home, indoors and outdoors, to make them safe for children.

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7 March 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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Due date

obtain a full paediatric first-aid certificate. 04/04/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542911 Local authority Wandsworth Inspection number 10372109 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 2 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Earlsfield in the London Borough of Wandsworth. The childminder provides care for children from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, all year round except on public bank holidays. She accepts government funding for childcare places.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder took the inspector on a walk around her home to discuss how learning is organised and what she intends children will learn. n During the inspection, the inspector viewed relevant documentation, which included the childminder's insurance. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she would use activities and experiences to support children's learning and development. n During the inspection, the inspector talked with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and how she will keep children safe.

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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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7 March 2025 7 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.

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