Childminder in Camden

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The experienced childminder provides an enriching and exciting environment for children to explore. She skilfully supports children through engaging interactions. The childminder teaches ambitious new vocabulary to children. She asks questions which encourage their curiosity and thinking skills. Children develop high levels of curiosity and enjoyment in their learning.

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The provision is good

The childminder provides children with an exciting range of experiences to explore their local community. She supports children to meet new people, understand how things work and enjoy a variety of social experiences. Children develop high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They excitedly talk about these experiences. This helps children to make sense of the world around them.

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The provision is good

The childminder understands that children need familiar routines to feel safe. She supports children to understand the difference between right and wrong. The childminder has high expectations of children's behaviour. She teaches children that making good choices is important. The childminder praises and encourages children, which helps them to develop feelings of security and confidence. Children behave very well.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans a curriculum that, overall, considers the wide range of skills and knowledge that young children need to learn. The childminder completes routine assessments to identify what children need to learn next. The childminder encourages children to develop their own talents by exploring their interests. Children are well prepared for the next stage of their education, including school. n The childminder is knowledgeable about how children learn new language. She supports children to develop a love of books and stories. The regular shared reading opportunities she plans for children help them to explore a variety of books. The childminder understands that listening to and exploring stories helps children to develop fluency at high levels. n The childminder has a strong knowledge of child development. She confidently discusses the skills that children must build on in order to achieve. However, on

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need to do better?

occasion, the childminder is not precise in her planning. For example, she does not consistently focus closely enough on the specific skills that individual children need to learn next. As a result, children are not always able to deepen their understanding of concepts and ideas further. n Parent partnerships are strong. The childminder understands that working together with parents and carers is important for children. She diligently shares what children know and can do with families. This helps parents to continue

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23 April 2025 their children's learning at home. n The childminder understands that some children may have gaps in their learning. She is confident and able to identify children who may need additional support. The childminder works with a variety of external experts to support children's learning, where appropriate. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to lead healthy lifestyles. She teaches children about hygiene and how to make sure that they are safe from germs. The childminder encourages children to eat nutritious and healthy foods. She is consistent in her expectations that children have access to a well-balanced diet. This supports children's physical health. n The childminder is reflective of her practice. She evaluates her teaching regularly in order to identify areas for development. The childminder regularly plans opportunities to attend training. This helps her knowledge and skills to continue

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to develop over time. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to learn about other people. She is inclusive in her practice and ensures that she celebrates the differences between children in the setting. The childminder also plans a range of opportunities for children to understand the lives of other people. This helps to promote children's tolerance and respect for others. n The childminder has a strong understanding of the challenges that children face in the modern world. She teaches children about how to keep themselves safe. For example, she routinely teaches children about road safety. This supports children's physical and emotional well-being well.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n plan activities more precisely to take account of the specific skills and knowledge that individual children need to learn next.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 102141 Local authority Camden Inspection number 10376222 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 22 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in the London Borough of Camden The childminder provides care all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

23 April 2025 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

23 April 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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