Childminder EY286531

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of her duty to safeguard children. She is able to recognise signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and knows the correct procedures for reporting concerns to the appropriate agencies. n The childminder discusses she is aware that she will conduct thorough checks and risk assessments of the environment and resources, to ensure that any potential hazards are identified and promptly addressed, helping to keep children safe. n The childminder shows a clear understanding of how to plan and deliver a broad range of activities that support children's learning and development, enabling them to make progress across all areas of the curriculum. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents and external professionals to meet each child's individual needs. She has a sound understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or

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disabilities (SEND). n The childminder explains the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles and plans to encourage children to eat well, stay physically active, and enjoy outdoor play. n The childminder has high expectations for behaviour and can clearly explain how she will support children to build positive relationships. She intends to embed sharing, turn-taking, and respect for others into daily routines. n The childminder describes how she will build strong attachments with children, supporting their emotional well-being and developing their independence. n The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation and regularly reflects on her practice in collaboration with parents and professionals to improve the quality of care and learning she provides. n The childminder remains committed to ongoing professional development. She keeps her knowledge current by engaging with early years advisers and

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undertaking independent online research to refresh and enhance her skills.

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This provision meets 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY286531 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10398135 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 4 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Mill Hill, in the London Borough of Barnet. The childminder currently operates Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6pm, all year round. She holds an early years qualification at level 2.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector took a tour of the provider's home and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her understanding of the statutory requirements n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she evaluates and improves her service. n A sample of documents, including safeguarding training certificates and paediatric first-aid certificates, were viewed by the inspector.

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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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