Soumah, Mariame

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 July 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 demonstrate a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements. Therefore, she is not able to plan age appropriate activities to promote children's learning and development.  The childminder does not demonstrate an understanding of the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, as required. This hinders her ability to collaborate with parents and professionals to meet children's learning and development needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children. She describes the signs that would indicate a child is at risk and the reporting procedures she would follow to report those concerns.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of working with parents to ensure continuity in children's care routines.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting good behaviour by giving

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The provision does not meet requirements

children plenty of praise to boost their self-esteem.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to ensure that children learn about the importance of leading healthy lifestyles. She would provide healthy meals and snacks and ensure they have daily opportunities to play outside.

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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

 improve knowledge of the learning and development requirements in order to plan enjoyable and challenging learning experiences for children, based on a secure understanding of assessment and child development  improve knowledge of the required progress check for children between the ages of two and three years in order to identify gaps in children's learning, and share the written record with parents.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector reviewed the childminder's documents including policies and certificates.  The inspector toured the parts of the premises used for childminding to check the safety and suitability of resources.  The inspector spoke with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the learning and development, and safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY419130 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 900646 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 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 2011. She lives in Thamesmead, in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder operates all year round. There were no children on roll during 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

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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