Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder, Out-of school day care in Southwark
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- Inspection date verified
6 May 2025
- Inspectors verified
Honufa Begum
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY437463
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- The childminder stays up to date with requirements and legislation through online training. p.2
- This includes training on safeguarding, which she explains keeps her informed on identifying abuse and reporting concerns. p.2
- The childminder describes how she reflects regularly on her practice to meet children's needs and continually improve her provision. p.2
- The childminder discusses how she provides a warm and welcoming environment, with dedicated playrooms for children. p.2
- She highlights the importance of organising resources in accessible units, to give children the freedom to choose their own activities. p.2
- The childminder explains that this will support children's confidence, encourage their independence and keep them engaged in their learning. p.2
- The childminder has a secure garden with resources, such as footballs, to support children's physical development. p.2
- She understands the significance of planning outings to the local park, where she will teach children about road p.2
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- Pages
- 6
- Words of findings
- 509
- longer than usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 43, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 18 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder stays up to date with requirements and legislation through online training. This includes training on safeguarding, which she explains keeps her informed on identifying abuse and reporting concerns. The childminder describes how she reflects regularly on her practice to meet children's needs and continually improve her provision. n The childminder discusses how she provides a warm and welcoming environment, with dedicated playrooms for children. She highlights the importance of organising resources in accessible units, to give children the freedom to choose their own activities. The childminder explains that this will support children's confidence, encourage their independence and keep them engaged in their learning. n The childminder has a secure garden with resources, such as footballs, to support children's physical development. She understands the significance of planning outings to the local park, where she will teach children about road
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This provision meets requirements
safety and encourage them to wear high-visibility jackets. The childminder explains how she will conduct risk assessments before each trip to ensure children's safety, while also promoting fresh air, exercise and important life skills. n Since the last inspection, the childminder has completed training to improve her knowledge of supporting children's independence. She plans to apply this by offering children choices at mealtimes to encourage their decision-making. The childminder describes how she will also encourage children to put on their own coats and shoes before school and at home time. Additionally, she explains how she will support children to use the toilet independently. n The childminder plans to model positive behaviour and set clear expectations. She describes how she will teach children to share, take turns and resolve conflicts. The childminder explains she will encourage respect, empathy and
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This provision meets requirements
good communication. She will reinforce these values at home and in her setting by working with parents and carers. n The childminder understands the importance of building strong bonds with parents and maintaining good communication. She plans to provide daily feedback about their children's day, sharing insights on their progress. By offering ideas on how parents can support children's learning at home, the childminder aims to strengthen the home-to-setting connection, ensuring consistent development and support for each child. n The childminder is knowledgeable about the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She understands how to support children's mathematical growth by introducing simple number activities based on their interests. The childminder explains that if she notices a delay in children's learning, she knows how to seek the necessary support. She is committed to monitoring each child's development and regularly sharing their
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This provision meets requirements
6 May 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 EY437463 Local authority Newham Inspection number 10380732 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 20 June 2019
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in East Ham, in the London Borough of Newham. She operates all year round, from 6am to 9pm, Monday to Sunday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.
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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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Inspection activities
6 May 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
6 May 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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