Childminder in Brent

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder recognises the need to plan for children's learning to support their development and curiosity. However, she does not yet understand how to observe and assess children effectively or plan a curriculum based on their interests and needs. The childminder is also not fully aware of the areas of learning within the early years foundation stage or how to promote these to offer a broad, engaging and challenging curriculum. n The childminder understands how to promote children's positive behaviour. She recognises the significance of teaching children to learn to manage their feelings and help them to develop positive attitudes. The childminder is aware that having secure relationships with children supports their well-being. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents and carers and other professionals to help support continuity of care and learning for children. She explains how she will work alongside parents to gather important

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information before their children start. The childminder understands the importance of seeking feedback from others to be reflective in her practice. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to support healthy eating. She states that children will bring packed lunches, and she will oversee their dietary choices. The childminder describes how she plans to promote healthy routines, including consistent physical activity, and will provide children with a selection of fruits and vegetables during snack times. n The childminder talks about how she plans to keep her setting safe and secure, and minimise any dangers to children. She understands the need to risk assess to ensure that the premises are suitable prior to caring for children. n The childminder recognises her responsibility to protect children and keep them safe. She completes regular training to enhance her knowledge of a range of safeguarding issues, such as radicalisation and extremism. The childminder

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understands what to do in the event of an allegation being made against her or a family member, and is aware of the current risks to children.

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This provision does not meet requirements

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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Due date

develop a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage, including how to observe and assess children and plan and deliver an inclusive, broad and challenging curriculum. 10/07/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY283120 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10380787 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 3 Date of previous inspection 24 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Harlesden, in the London Borough of Brent. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder toured the areas of the premises where childcare will be provided. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's progress and to plan for the next steps in their learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will safeguard children and how she will evaluate her service and strive for continuous improvement. n The inspector checked evidence of the children's suitability and training and the suitability of other people living in the house.

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Inspection activities

29 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

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