Childminder in Havering

This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the early years foundation stage and the need to plan a broad and challenging curriculum for children. The childminder shares how she works in partnership with the nurseries and schools children attend. This allows her to understand what they are currently learning and how she can continue to promote this within her setting. n The childminder understands the importance of observing and tracking children's progress so she can accurately determine what it is they already know and can do and what they need to learn next. The childminder discusses the steps she will take if she identifies gaps in children's learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting children's independence to build their confidence, self-esteem and to help develop their resilience. The childminder describes how she will give children extra time as

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they prepare for the school run to be able to put on their own coats and shoes. She discusses how during mealtimes, children will pour their own drinks and clear their own plates. n The childminder understands the need to have rules and boundaries in place for children for them to feel safe, secure and understand the expectations of the setting. The childminder describes some of the rules she has in place, such as 'no shouting', 'no running' and being polite. The childminder discusses strategies she teaches children to be able to understand their emotions and begin to self- regulate. n The childminder recognises the importance of developing a positive relationship with parents to provide consistency in children's learning and development. The childminder shares the different ways she shares information with parents which include uploading observations to an app as well as daily verbal handovers. n The childminder understands the need to provide an inclusive environment

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where all children can strive and feel safe. The childminder discusses the arrangements she might need to make, should she have a child who spoke English as an additional language or if she had a child with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The childminder recognises the importance of educating children about the world around them, so they grow to be respectful and tolerate of the views and beliefs of others. n The childminder continues to be reflective in her own practice. She describes how she seeks regular feedback from the parents and children who use her service. The childminder regular attends training opportunities that build on her own professional development and allows her to keep up to date with new guidance and best practice.

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This provision meets requirements

22 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 EY543199 Local authority Havering Inspection number 10380377 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 5 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection 6 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Romford, in the London Borough of Havering. The childminder offers care, Monday to Friday, from 7.30 to 9am and from 3pm to 6.30pm term time only. The childminder hold a level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and inspector held discussions around the learning and welfare requirements. n The inspector discussed with the childminder their knowledge of safeguarding children.

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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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