Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 March 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Not applicable The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not have up-to-date knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This means that she does not have the required knowledge to plan activities to promote children's progress in the seven areas of learning effectively or highlight any gaps in learning.  The childminder is not aware of the requirement to complete progress checks for two- year-old children.  Although the childminder has completed paediatric first-aid training recently, she has not yet determined if the training meets the requirements.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of the signs of abuse and neglect and is familiar with the local safeguarding procedures to follow in the event of concerns arising about children's welfare.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and carers to support children's care and learning.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder demonstrates an appropriate knowledge of how to promote healthy lifestyles, by promoting effective hygiene practices and meeting individual dietary requirements.

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The provision does not meet requirements

There were no children 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 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 gain an appropriate knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, in order to be able to meet the learning and development requirements of all children, including supporting any identified gaps in learning  gain an appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to complete the required progress check for children aged between two and three years.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 check that the paediatric first-aid qualification obtained meets the requirements of Ofsted.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of required documentation, such as paediatric first aid and public liability insurance.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements and activities she would provide to support children's learning.  The inspector explored the childminder's understanding of safeguarding and the systems she has in place to keep children safe.  The inspector reviewed documents the childminder will use when caring for children, such as those relating to child records, attendance, accident and medication.  The childminder and the inspector toured the areas of the premises that children will be able to access and discussed toys, books and equipment that she has available or intends to use.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY259665 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 996871 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Abbeywood, SE2. There were no children on roll at the time of the inspection.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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