Childminder EY538255

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a thorough understanding of how young children develop and learn. She explains how she will provide a broad curriculum that considers children's ages and stages of development. The childminder describes how she will plan a wide range of interesting experiences for children. For example, she will offer weekly forest school sessions, visits to the local library and music classes. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to complete a written summary to show children's progress, when they are aged between two and three years. She knows to share this with parents. The childminder understands the importance of making a timely referral if children need support from external agencies to bridge any gaps in their learning. n The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She can recognise the signs and symptoms of the different types of abuse. The childminder knows what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare. She has attended

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relevant training to keep her knowledge of child protection up to date. n The childminder understands the importance of gathering information when children first start at her setting to help them to settle quickly. She knows to encourage and support children's independence, to help them to gain confidence and self-esteem. The childminder understands the importance of having high expectations for children's behaviour. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's health. She knows the importance of teaching children the importance of good hygiene and following a healthy diet. The childminder explains she will provide regular opportunities for children to be outdoors and physical in the fresh air. n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills. For example, she has support from local authority advisers and completes training that has strengthened her knowledge. For instance, the

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This provision meets requirements

childminder has recently completed training around high-quality interactions and meeting the needs of children with autism. n The childminder explains how she will work in partnership with parents and carers. She explains how she will finds out from parents about children's interests, prior knowledge and the opportunities they have at home. The childminder completes home visits before children start attending her setting, which helps her to create strong partnerships from the beginning. The childminder plans to use this information to help broaden children's experiences.

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This provision meets requirements

12 August 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 EY538255 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10382385 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 2 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 18 December 2024

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Homerton, within the London Borough of Hackney. She offers care all year round, from 8am to 8pm, Monday to Saturday. The childminder holds a qualification in childcare at level 3. She provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how they will ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder discussed how they will support children's learning and development. n The inspector discussed how the childminder will meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

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

12 August 2025 12 August 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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