Childminder in Southwark

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of forming strong and trusting relationships with children from the start. She describes how she will offer flexible settling-in arrangements to ensure that children and parents feel safe and at ease. The childminder also explains that she will gather detailed information from parents, such as about children's routines, interests and developmental goals. She explains this will support a smooth and personalised transition for children into her setting. n The childminder states that she will observe and assess children. She explains how she will use this information to plan children's next steps in learning and support their progress across all areas of learning. For instance, the childminder describes how she will promote children's language development through songs, rhymes and stories. n The childminder understands the significance of maintaining up-to-date skills

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and knowledge by accessing training. She explains that she will gather feedback from parents and children to inform plans for ongoing improvement. n The childminder knows the importance of fostering children's independence to prepare them for school. For example, she explains she will teach children how to manage their self-care, such as putting on their own shoes and coats. The childminder describes how this will help to build children's confidence, resilience and essential skills for a smooth transition to school. n The childminder values strong partnerships with parents and carers. She plans to provide daily updates on their child's learning. The childminder also explains how she will support parents to support their child's development at home. For example, she will share information about what children need to learn next and strategies they can use at home to provide continuity in children's learning.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of the importance of working in partnership with external professionals. She recognises how these collaborations provide valuable guidance and help her stay up to date with changes in early years practice. n The childminder has a strong understanding of how to keep children safe. She is able to identify the signs and symptoms of various types of abuse. The childminder knows the appropriate procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She has completed relevant safeguarding training, including the 'Prevent Duty', to keep her knowledge of child protection current. n The childminder understands how to support children to develop positive behaviour. She explains that she will encourage kindness, and teach children empathy, sharing and taking turns. The childminder also discusses how she will help children to develop positive attitudes towards their learning, such as by

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offering activities that are engaging and tailored to their interests. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. She states that she will ensure that meals and snacks are nutritious and meet each child's dietary needs, to support their well-being and development.

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This provision meets requirements

28 April 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 2707788 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10380706 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 0 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022 and lives in London Borough of Southwark. She operates all year round, from 7am to 9pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 6.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she intends to plan and deliver an early years curriculum for children. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she will keep children safe and protect them from harm. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she will ensure that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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28 April 2025 28 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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