Childminder 402689

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

Children develop strong attachments with the childminder in this warm, homely setting. They confidently seek comfort from her when they feel unsure or need reassurance. The childminder's nurturing and responsive approach helps them feel safe and emotionally secure. This contributes to their overall sense of well-being and security.

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The provision is good

Children are enthusiastic as they join in with the range of interesting resources and activities. The childminder encourages them to care for the environment. They water the plants in the front garden and are praised for helping the flowers grow. They make choices about what they want to play with and the childminder joins in with their play to encourage their engagement. Children enjoy developing their mathematical skills as they concentrate with the childminder during a 'what's in the box' activity. They predict, count and calculate how many objects they find in the box. Outside, she listens to them as they transport the figures into the water tray, naming and counting them. Children concentrate at the table when making patterns in the play dough using cutters and different tools. They choose their favourite toys and books independently. They also happily invite the childminder into their play as she reads to them and talks about their favourite characters. They

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The provision is good

enjoy daily opportunities to be out in the community as they enjoy regular outings to the library, park and playgroups. This provides children with opportunities to play physically in larger groups, make new friends and further develop their confidence and social skills.

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The provision is good

The childminder supports children to manage their feelings and behaviour. She actively encourages children to share, take their turn and be kind to their friends. She celebrates the children's achievements and provides them with meaningful praise. This helps children develop a positive attitude towards learning and high levels of confidence from a young age. This supports children's development in readiness for the next stage of their learning, including transitions to school.

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need to do better?

n Children make good progress and develop a positive attitude to learning, such as enthusiasm to join in with activities. They are provided with a good balance of focused activities and free play to support their learning. Overall, the childminder plans well and considers the learning environment so that children's next steps in learning are promoted. n The childminder is reflective of her practice and has a positive attitude towards her own professional development. She extends her knowledge through training and sharing practice with other childminders. She ensures required mandatory training is up to date, including safeguarding and paediatric first aid. She

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need to do better?

19 August 2025 regularly reviews her risk assessments to help keep children safe and well supervised and is aware of areas needed for strengthening this process. n The childminder encourages healthy eating and good personal hygiene. Children are familiar with the daily routines, and the childminder supports them to develop independence skills from an early age. They help to prepare and take the snack from the kitchen to the playroom. However, the planning of this time could be better organised. This is so that children are not waiting too long and the area for eating is prepared prior, so they do not have to negotiate the space. This causes some confusion and takes away from the social and calming aspect of this time. n The childminder understands the importance of working with other professionals effectively to help to promote positive outcomes for children. If children are not reaching the expected levels of progress, she is confident in her approach and

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need to do better?

commitment to work closely with parents and to offer any guidance and support. n The childminder helps children to develop their social skills. She teaches children about good manners, encouraging them to say 'please' and 'thank you'. She reminds children often to be kind to each other. Children respond well to this. The older children are caring towards their younger friends. They remind them to take care as they climb and offer to help them as they negotiate the space to pull the car in the outdoor area. n Parents say that they are extremely happy with the care that is provided by the childminder. They appreciate that this includes daily communication about their children's care and learning. They also really appreciate the range of activities and outings provided by the childminder and state that they and their children feel part of the childminder's family.

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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 review the organisation of transitions and daily routines to strengthen interactions with children during this time n consider how the areas between the main playroom and into the garden can be improved and better organised.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 402689 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 10399332 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 3 Date of previous inspection 28 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in South Tottenham, in the London Borough of Haringey. The childminder operates from 8.30am until 6pm, every weekday, all year round. The childminder has a qualification in childcare at level 3. She accepts funding for two-, three- and four-year old children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that children access. They discussed how the childminder organises her setting and plans the curriculum and experiences for children. n The inspector observed children taking part in activities with the childminder and assessed the impact on children's learning. n Children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector took account of the views of parents in discussion at the inspection and from written feedback provided. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable.

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Inspection activities

19 August 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

19 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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