Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 September 2015 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has a poor understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to meet children's needs.  There is very limited awareness and understanding of safeguarding matters and procedures to follow should the childminder have any concerns. She is unable to identify he signs and symptoms of abuse and has little understanding of the necessary steps to take in order to report a concern. This is also a breach to the Childcare Register requirements.  The childminder has poor understanding of the learning and development requirements. She is not aware of how to observe, assess and plan in order to meet children's learning needs through providing challenging activities. The childminder is not aware of the progress check for two-year old children.  The childminder has little knowledge of how to manage any written complaints made by parents to be able to investigate any concerns they may have. This is also a breach

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The provision does not meet requirements

to the Childcare Register requirements.  The childminder does not ensure her home and equipment are suitable and meet hygiene requirements, with particular regard to the cleanliness of floors, kitchen work surfaces and toys. This is also a breach to the Childcare Register.

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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

We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to:

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Due Date

 gain knowledge of safeguarding issues and the correct procedures to follow to keep children safe from harm, in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board; to identify, understand and respond appropriately to signs of possible abuse and neglect 20/10/2015

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 ensure a parental complaints procedure is in place 20/10/2015  keep a daily record of the names of children being cared for on the premises and their hours of attendance 20/10/2015

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 ensure the premises, environment and equipment are suitable and meet hygiene requirements, with particular regard to the cleanliness of floors, kitchen work surfaces and toys 20/10/2015

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

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 gain knowledge of how to observe and assess children's learning and progress, and to use this information to plan challenging activities that target their next steps 03/11/2015

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 gain knowledge of how to complete the progress check for two- year-old children to review their progress and provide parents with a short written summary of their child's development in the prime areas. 03/11/2015

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 ensure there is a written statement of procedures to follow to safeguard children from abuse or neglect 20/10/2015

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 ensure there is a written statement of procedures to follow in relation to complaints 20/10/2015

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 ensure that information regarding safeguarding and complaints procedures are available for parents on request 20/10/2015

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 gain knowledge of safeguarding issues and the correct procedures to follow to keep children safe from harm, in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board; to identify, understand and respond appropriately to signs of possible abuse and neglect 20/10/2015

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 develop knowledge and understanding of the seven areas of learning and development in order to plan challenging and enjoyable experiences for each child in all of the areas of learning 03/11/2015 and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector sampled documents that the childminder has available for childminding.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY400734 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1017042 Type of provision Childminder Day care type 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 2009. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder works weekdays and weekends throughout the year. She works from 8am to 6pm. There were no early years aged children on roll at the time of this 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

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Telephone number

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