Childminder in Lewisham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 October 2015 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has let her first aid certificate lapse. As a result, her knowledge of how to treat injuries in young children is not up to date. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder has an up-to-date understanding of child protection procedures. She knows the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about children's welfare. She ensures the premises are securely maintained and that areas accessed by children are regularly assessed to minimise any risks.  The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She demonstrates how she provides activities that challenge and motivate children to learn.  The childminder understands how to promote children's independence and prepare them for the next stage in their learning. She promotes healthy lifestyles and encourages children to be physically active.  The childminder explains how she shares information with parents to ensure they are

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The provision does not meet requirements

fully involved in supporting their children's learning. She understands the need to provide a service that promotes equality and does not discriminate for any reason.  The childminder understands how to positively manage children's behaviour and help them learn to respect others. She has procedures in place to gradually settle children into her setting and promote their well-being.

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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 and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 obtain a relevant first aid qualification which includes paediatric first aid. 05/12/2015

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector examined documents and policies the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked the premises to ensure it was safe and suitable for children. She checked the suitability of the adults who live on the premises.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her practice to develop it further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 128556 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1021582 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates for most of the year from 8am to 6pm. There were no early years children present 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

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Telephone number

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