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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY280072

Inspected 19 Sept 2025 · URN EY280072

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  • Inspection date verified

    19 Sept 2025

  • Inspectors verified

    Rehema Essop

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY280072

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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+38Positivemore positive than 65% of reports of this type graded Met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
6
Words of findings
540
longer than usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 36, typical 47
Average sentence
18 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
Hedged sentences
0%
“some”, “not always”, “most”…

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What needs to improve 57%About the inspection 43%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder carries out regular risk assessments of her premises to identify potential hazards and understands the associated risks to children. She holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and maintains an accessible first-aid kit to respond promptly to accidents and emergencies. She has outlined clear plans for children's sleeping arrangements to ensure they are closely monitored and kept safe at all times. n The childminder demonstrates sound knowledge of the signs and symptoms of child abuse, enabling her to safeguard children's welfare effectively. She engages in regular safeguarding training and remains up to date with local policies and guidance, ensuring she can respond appropriately when necessary. n The childminder demonstrates secure understanding of child development and the role of adult support in children's learning. She explains that she will assess children's learning and development regularly and put in appropriate next steps

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This provision meets requirements

to support their progress. The childminder intends to liaise with other professionals to support children who may have gaps in their learning. n The childminder plans to collect information from parents about their children's care routines when they first start. She understands that transitions can be emotionally difficult for children, so she will work closely with parents to manage separation sensitively. The childminder explains that comforters from home will help children to feel calm and relaxed. She also explains that she would share ideas with parents to ensure children receive consistency in their care and learning. She explains how she will promote effective communication with them through daily updates, including sharing information during handovers. n A range of resources are available to help children explore different cultures and ethnicities. The childminder states that she will incorporate activities that

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This provision meets requirements

celebrate religious and cultural events, fostering children's understanding of diversity. She is also prepared to adapt the environment to accommodate children with limited mobility or specific health needs. n The childminder recognises the importance of fostering good health and self- care habits in children. Through gentle and supportive guidance, she will help children learn to manage tasks like dressing themselves and using the toilet independently, helping them develop lifelong skills. n The childminder speaks confidently about her approach to supporting children in managing their feelings and emotions. She emphasises the value of engaging at the child's level and maintaining eye contact to support understanding. She explains how consistent support, praise and encouragement will support children in building self-confidence and developing positive behaviour. n Although the childminder has previously undertaken training in relation to her

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This provision meets requirements

childminding practice, she does not consistently refresh her knowledge. As a result, she is not fully aware of recent developments in the early years sector, particularly those tailored to childminders and aimed at enhancing the quality of her provision.

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This provision meets requirements

19 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 EY280072 Local authority Redbridge Inspection number 10399711 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 12 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in the Ilford area, within the London Borough of Redbridge. She operates her service between 8am and 5.30pm on weekdays, for most of the year.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n A leadership discussion was held with the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she will support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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Inspection activities

19 September 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 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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