Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The health, safety and security of children is a priority for the childminder. The premises, including the well-resourced garden, are safe. The childminder continually risk assesses the home and garden to ensure they remain suitable for children. The childminder has completed all mandatory training, including a paediatric first-aid course. n The childminder will ensure that children participate in new opportunities that support their understanding of the world around them. For example, the childminder enjoys introducing children to nature, both in the back garden, where she has a well-protected fish pond, and in the local parks and wildlife gardens. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about respect while they are in her care. She discussed how she will embed respect for belongings, the outside world and the value of education into the educational programme. Additionally, she is keen to teach children to be tolerant of other

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people's views and beliefs. n The childminder is keen that children are allowed to play, explore freely, use their senses and enjoy their childhoods. She considers each child as a unique individual and tailors her care to suit their needs. For example, she will make every effort to understand their behaviours, and identify any gaps in their learning and development, to ensure children make the best possible progress. n The childminder has experience of caring for children with special educational needs. She understands the importance of close liaison with parents to ensure they get the advice and support they need. The childminder is aware of other agencies to contact if she has any concerns about children's development. n The childminder makes sure she keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field of early years. For example, she is aware of forthcoming changes in the requirements of the early years foundation stage. She gets regular updates from

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the local authority advisory team and professional childminder organisations. She shares information with other childminders. n The childminder knows what children need to learn at her setting to make sure they are ready for the move on to school. In discussion, she mentions the importance of developing children's listening skills so that they respond well to instructions. She intends to teach children good social skills, such as using 'kind hands' and words, being able to share and patience. n The childminder discussed how she will support children's developing speech and language skills effectively. Young children will benefit from the childminder reading books and stories with them. The childminder knows the importance of naming objects and repeating vocabulary, so that children have plenty of opportunities to develop their understanding and practise new words. n The childminder discussed how she will support children's mathematical

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development by introducing children to numbers in ways that interest them. For example, for older children she will introduce questions, such as 'Can you find me three green blocks?', and count vehicles while walking to school.

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This provision meets requirements

16 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 EY418878 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10388339 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 8 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale of their educational programme. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder ensures she meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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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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