Childminder in Islington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 October 2015 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not meet all of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. Some of these are also breaches of the Childcare Register requirements.  The childminder does not comply with parents' wishes to meet with their children's specific dietary requirements. In addition, she has failed to keep the required information about every child in her care.  The childminder has an understanding of child protection issues. She knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child and if an allegation is made against her.  The childminder's home is safe, secure and equipped with suitable furniture and equipment for children in the early years age range.  The childminder demonstrates an appropriate understanding of managing children's behaviour through using simple explanation, distraction techniques and setting boundaries according to the age and understanding of the child.  The childminder understands the processes for observation and assessments and she

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The provision does not meet requirements

also understand the different areas of learning and how to provide play experiences to support children in all areas of their development.  The childminder has addressed the recommendations set at the last inspection and she attends training courses to develop her knowledge of childcare. However, she does not always ensure that the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements are fully met.

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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

 ensure that all necessary measures are taken to minimise any risks to the health of the children, particularly in regards to complying with parents' requests regarding their children's specific dietary requirements 21/10/2015

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Due Date

 keep and maintain a record of information for all children that includes every parent's name and address, any other person who has parental responsibility and emergency contact details 21/10/2015

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Due Date

 keep a written statement of procedures to be followed to safeguard children from abuse or neglect. 28/10/2015

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Inspection activities

 This inspection was carried out following the risk assessment process.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her childcare practices.  The inspector went on a tour of the setting with the childminder.  The inspector sampled some documents, which included the safeguarding policies and procedures, the attendance register, the record of the risk assessment, and training certificates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY152094 Local authority Islington Inspection number 1029319 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 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 registered in 2002. She lives in Archway in the London Borough of Islington. There were no 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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