Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 March 2015 6 March 2012

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is inadequate

 The childminder has a poor understanding of how to safeguard children. This means that children are not protected. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder does not keep required records easily available for inspection. In addition, she does not keep a consistent record of children's attendance, which is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder's first-aid box does not contain suitable equipment to deal with accidents.  The childminder does not observe, assess and plan for children's individual needs. As a result, she cannot support them in making good enough progress.  The quality of teaching is poor. There is not enough variety in activities and these do not reflect children's interests. This does not help prepare children for future learning and for their move to school.  The childminder does not share sufficient information with parents about their

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This provision is inadequate

children's learning.  The childminder demonstrates an insufficient capacity to identify weaknesses in her practice and to make improvements.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder takes children to the library where they look at books and interact with other children.  The childminder ensures that her home is free from hazards through regular risk assessments.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

The provision is inadequate and Ofsted intends to take the following enforcement action:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

We will issue a welfare requirements notice requiring the provider to:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

develop sufficient knowledge to be able to identify the potential indicators that a child may be at risk of harm and implement a policy and procedure for safeguarding children that is in line with the guidance of the relevant Local Safeguarding Children's Board.

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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

 ensure that ongoing observation and assessment, including the required progress check for two-year-old children, are used to identify children's levels of ability and to plan effectively for their future learning  provide a varied and interesting educational programme that covers all areas of learning and offers activities that reflect children's individual needs and interests  maintain a daily record of the names of the children being cared for and their hours of attendance  Ensure that records are accessible and available for inspection  ensure that a fully equipped first-aid box is accessible at all times with appropriate content for use with children.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  attend child protection training to be able to identify and act on any indications that a child may be suffering from harm (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  keep a daily record of children's hours of attendance (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (voluntary part of the Childcare Register)  attend child protection training to be able to identify and act on any indications that a child may be suffering from harm (voluntary part of the Childcare Register)  keep a daily record of children's hours of attendance (voluntary part of the Childcare

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had discussions with the childminder about risk assessments.  The inspector checked all the policies and procedures.  The inspector had discussions with the parent about what communication she has from the childminder.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed the child in the environment.

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who attend. This is inadequate

The quality of teaching is poor because the childminder does not understand the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. As a result of the childminder's lack of knowledge, she is unable to support children in their learning and development. The childminder is not aware of the areas of learning and cannot demonstrate how she helps children to learn within these areas. Children's starting points are not identified. Observations, assessments and planning are not completed and details of children's achievements are not shared with parents. Both of these issues were identified as weaknesses in the previous inspections and the childminder has not taken any action to bring about improvements. The childminder does not have enough understanding of child development to ensure that activities are age-appropriate. For example, she selected a puzzle which was too difficult for children to complete. Therefore, they soon lost interest and became distracted by the

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who attend. This is inadequate

television. The childminder does take children on outings to the library where they are able to interact with other children. However, at home she relies heavily on the television to entertain children. This is not suitable to promote children's all round development or to give them an enthusiasm for learning.

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inadequate

The childminder has no knowledge of updated safeguarding procedures provided by her Local Safeguarding Children Board. Children are not sufficiently protected because the childminder is not aware of signs and symptoms that would raise concerns for their welfare. The childminder carries out emergency evacuation drills and risk assessments, which means the environment is free from hazards. Children form generally secure attachments to the childminder. She understands how to manage behaviour and children behave well. The room used for childminding is not inviting and the resources are not used well enough to keep children interested. The house is clean and the childminder follows appropriate hygiene routines. The childminder has a first-aid box but it has minimal contents and does not include adequate equipment to care for children.

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provision is inadequate

The childminder has an extremely poor understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements and safeguarding practice. This has a significant impact on the learning and development, and safety and well-being, of children. Children's registration records and information are not easily accessible and available. During the inspection the childminder was unable to locate the required information on children within a reasonable time. This makes information difficult to share with other professionals, as appropriate. As a result, the childminder does not have good enough access to information to ensure children's safety in emergency situations. In addition, the childminder does not consistently record the hours of children's attendance. The childminder demonstrates an inadequate capacity for improvement. She has taken no action following recommendations and actions in previous reports and does not undertake any self-evaluation. Therefore, areas requiring

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provision is inadequate

improvements are not identified and addressed. Communication with parents is minimal. The childminder shares information with parents about daily routines but not about children's learning achievements. This does not involve parents in their children's learning or help them to support their learning at home. The childminder does not recognise the importance of training and keeping up to date. As a result, a number of learning and development, and safeguarding and welfare requirements, are not being met.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 124397 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 842813 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 6 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1981. She lives in Croydon, Surrey. The childminder operates five days a week throughout the year.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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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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