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 childminder is kind and gentle. She engages enthusiastically with children as they play. Children develop strong bonds with the childminder, who fosters a caring environment that enhances their well-being and security. The childminder creates a diverse, challenging and stimulating curriculum. She encourages children's curiosity, prompting them to explore various materials. For example, children engage eagerly with colour, shape and texture, finding joy in creating models using shiny materials and gems. Children also develop a keen interest in reading. They listen to stories and ask questions about what is happening in the book.

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The provision is good

The childminder introduces children to the differences and similarities among people in various ways. For example, children engage in activities inspired by different religious festivals throughout the year. They also have access to a wide range of resources that display positive images of diversity. The childminder has high expectations for children. Children's behaviour and attitudes are good. The childminder consistently rewards children's good behaviour and achievements with smiles, praise and encouragement. This approach motivates children to succeed and enhances their self-esteem. As a result, children develop essential social and personal skills that will support their next stage of learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder regularly reflects on her practice and values feedback from parents, carers and other professionals. She is aware of her strengths, as well as some weaknesses. For example, the childminder regularly completes mandatory training, such as training in child protection. However, she has not specifically focused her professional development plans on enhancing her knowledge and practice further. n The childminder interacts with children in a calm and gentle manner. She communicates with them as they play, repeating words to help them to hear the correct pronunciation. Older babies enthusiastically engage in babbling, which aids in their development of vocabulary, attention and listening skills. However, there are times when the childminder uses language that is too complex and lacking in purpose. This particularly hinders younger children's ability to fully grasp new vocabulary. n The childminder observes children to monitor their learning and progress. She

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need to do better?

uses this information to plan individualised experiences for children. The childminder incorporates children's favourite activities to assess their problem- solving, colour recognition and concentration. Children have access to pencils, crayons and markers to create drawings, which they confidently describe and highlight the different hairstyles and facial features. Overall, children demonstrate significant progress in their learning, including those who receive

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need to do better?

7 May 2025 additional funding. n The childminder uses her garden effectively to give children daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. For example, she helps older babies to enhance their balance by supporting them as they walk with push-along toys and by holding them by the arms, which boosts their confidence in walking. Meanwhile, older children develop their muscles, such as when they dig in the sand and scoop and pour in the water. n Children demonstrate positive attitudes toward their learning and show perseverance, particularly during art and craft activities. They engage for extended periods while designing models and using various materials, such as shredded tissue paper, corrugated cardboard and felt. This support helps children to become confident and resilient learners. n Children develop skills that foster their independence. For instance, they confidently explore their environment and select the toys and resources they

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wish to use. The childminder encourages older children to assist in tidying up after playtime and helping to prepare and serve meals, while younger children learn to feed themselves. n The childminder creates strong partnerships with parents and other professionals, ensuring active involvement in children's ongoing learning. She provides daily feedback to parents and shares photos of children to celebrate their achievements. Parents express high praise for the childminder, describing her as brilliant and reliable. This consistent approach ensures that children have positive and stable experiences.

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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 identify professional development opportunities to further enhance the existing good knowledge and teaching n focus on modelling clear and age-appropriate language to further support children's developing speech, particularly for younger children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY311757 Local authority Camden Inspection number 10380515 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 2 Date of previous inspection 12 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in West Hampstead, in the London Borough of Camden. The childminder provides care throughout most of the year, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She works with an assistant. The childminder provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder discussed how she ensures that the areas used by children are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact on children's learning. n The inspector viewed relevant documents as part of the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities and assessed the impact on children's learning. n Parents shared their views about the quality of care and education which the childminder provides for their children.

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Inspection activities

7 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

7 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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