Childminder EY443124

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 February 2016 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has limited knowledge of the current guidance and procedures to follow in relation to child protection procedures. She does not understand how to ensure that risk assessments identify and minimise hazards to children. These are also breaches of the Childcare Register requirements.  The childminder knows how children learn. She recognises that her observations can be used to identify children's preferred styles of learning. She also understands how to plan activities that provide suitable challenge and help children to make good progress.  The childminder encourages positive behaviour, and teaches children to respect and value each other.  The childminder understands how to support children's healthy development, such as through providing nutritious food and providing daily opportunities for physical exercise.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and

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The provision does not meet requirements

other early years providers to support continuity in the children's care and learning.

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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

 gain an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding issues, including having regard to statutory guidance in order to be able to identify children at risk at the earliest opportunity, and to respond in a timely and appropriate way 15/03/2016

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Due Date

 assess any risks to children's safety and review risk assessments regularly, with specific regards to ensuring that all aspects of the premises are safe for children. 15/03/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to provide learning experiences for children, and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the childminder's policies and procedures with her, and looked at the documents she will use when caring for children.  The inspector observed areas available for childminding, and discussed the range of equipment and toys.  The inspector discussed the childminder's future plans with her.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability for all those living on the premises, and other documentation in relation to the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443124 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 901980 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register 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 2012 and lives in Edgware, Middlesex. She operates all year round. She offers care from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3. There were no children on roll at the time of 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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