Childminder 116063

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is experienced and holds an appropriate childcare qualification. She displays strong commitment and enthusiasm in her role, evidenced by her ongoing participation in training sessions and webinars to remain current with legislative and practice developments. Furthermore, she maintains regular communication with her local authority development worker to seek guidance when necessary. n The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She understands how to plan a curriculum that considers each child's age and stage of development. She is aware of assessing children's development when they are between two and three years of age. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a strong knowledge of effective strategies for supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She understands the importance of working with parents and

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relevant professionals to identify the best approaches for addressing each child's individual requirements. n The childminder outlines her approach to curriculum planning, emphasising the prime areas of learning for young children. She explains how she will support children's communication and language development, physical skills and promote confidence and happiness during the learning process. n The childminder explains how she will promote positive behaviour in her home. She describes how she will use appropriate language to praise children when they behave well and gently remind children who might need a little support. She explains how she will teach children about sharing and being kind, and address any issues calmly by helping children manage their feelings. n The childminder understands how to promote healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she will work with parents to encourage children to develop healthy choices

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around food and exercise. The childminder describes how she will help children to recognise the benefits of fresh air and being active through regular outdoor experiences. She intends to involve children in planting and growing vegetables to support their learning about where food comes from. n The childminder understands how to ensure her premises are safe and suitable for children. She describes how young children would be kept safe through constant supervision, and she also has safety gates that she places across the stairs to prevent any accidents occurring. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates knowledge of safeguarding practices. She can identify signs and symptoms that could indicate concerns regarding a child's welfare and is familiar with the procedures for reporting these concerns. n The childminder recognises the significance of working in partnership with parents. She outlined her commitment to providing regular updates to ensure

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parents remain well informed, and stated that she will use online platforms to share photos with parents of their child engaged in activities.

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15 September 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 116063 Local authority Hounslow Inspection number 10398418 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 1 Date of previous inspection 21 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Isleworth, in the London Borough of Hounslow. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 3. She offers care from Monday to Friday, from 7am to 7pm, all year round, except for bank holidays or family holidays. The childminder is eligible to receive nursery education funding.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to plan her curriculum to support children's development. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including evidence of training completed, her paediatric first-aid certificate and children's records. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector viewed the premises and discussed safety with the childminder.

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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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15 September 2025 15 September 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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