Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder EY491329
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- Inspection date verified
26 Sept 2025
- Inspectors verified
Natalie O'Leary
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY491329
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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Reads more warmly than most reports of this type graded Met.
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- The childminder recognises that every child is unique. p.2
- She tailors her settling-in sessions to meet individual needs, offering a flexible approach to help children and families feel safe, secure, and confident within the setting. p.2
- During this time, she describes how she collects information from parents to understand what it is children know and can do and what it is they need to learn next. p.2
- The childminder has robust systems in place for observing, monitoring, and assessing children's progress across all areas of learning and development. p.2
- She describes how she uses this to plan a varied and challenging curriculum that meets the individual needs and interests of each child. p.2
- The childminder recognises the importance of early intervention and is proactive in seeking additional support when children require it. p.2
- The childminder places a strong emphasis on supporting children to lead healthy lifestyles. p.2
- Children are offered a varied and nutritious menu that includes fresh p.2
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- Pages
- 6
- Words of findings
- 538
- longer than usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 40, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 17 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder recognises that every child is unique. She tailors her settling-in sessions to meet individual needs, offering a flexible approach to help children and families feel safe, secure, and confident within the setting. During this time, she describes how she collects information from parents to understand what it is children know and can do and what it is they need to learn next. n The childminder has robust systems in place for observing, monitoring, and assessing children's progress across all areas of learning and development. She describes how she uses this to plan a varied and challenging curriculum that meets the individual needs and interests of each child. The childminder recognises the importance of early intervention and is proactive in seeking additional support when children require it. n The childminder places a strong emphasis on supporting children to lead healthy lifestyles. Children are offered a varied and nutritious menu that includes fresh
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This provision meets requirements
fruit and vegetables daily. She describes how she engages children in conversations about healthy choices and, where appropriate, involves them in food preparation to encourage independence and awareness. n Physical activity is embedded into the daily routine. The childminder discusses how she provides children with a wide range of movement-based experiences, including access to local parks and green spaces for nature walks. These opportunities help promote physical development, coordination, and a love for outdoor exploration. n The childminder maintains high expectations for all children. She discusses the clear rules and boundaries that are in place to help children understand how to care for the setting and treat one another with kindness. She describes how she takes time to explain the reasons behind these rules, empowering children to make positive choices. n The childminder recognises the importance of building strong partnerships with
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This provision meets requirements
parents and carers. She describes how she provides regular updates on children's progress through informal conversations, written observations, and, where appropriate, digital platforms. This helps parents stay informed and involved with their children's learning. n The childminder understands the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive learning environment that celebrates each child's individuality. The childminder describes how through carefully planned activities, children are introduced to a variety of cultures, traditions, and religions, helping them develop respect and appreciation for others. n The childminder is committed to ongoing professional development and regularly reflects on her practice to ensure high-quality care. She actively seeks feedback from parents and carers to inform improvements and ensure she is meeting the needs of all those who use her service. n The childminder prioritises children's safety and wellbeing, maintaining up-to-
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This provision meets requirements
date safeguarding knowledge through regular training. She demonstrates a clear understanding of her responsibility to keeping children safe and knows how to
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This provision meets requirements
26 September 2025 identify and report concerns.
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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 EY491329 Local authority Hammersmith & Fulham Inspection number 10376245 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 22 May 2019
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. She currently cares for children on a Saturday only between 9am-1pm. The childminder holds a relevant degree qualification in early years.
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Inspection activities
n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and inspector held discussions around the learning and development requirements. n The inspector and the childminder discussed the arrangements for safeguarding children.
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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
26 September 2025 26 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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