Childminder 107143

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 February 2016 15 March 2011

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has not fully kept her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements up to date. Furthermore, she is not aware of current changes to legislation to help improve children's outcomes.  The childminder does not fully understand how to observe and assess children's development. She is not aware of the need to complete the required progress check for children aged two years and to share this with parents, to monitor children's needs.  The childminder knows how to promote children's health and physical well-being, such as through daily care routines.  The childminder understands the importance of providing children's safety, both in the home and when outdoors.  The learning environment is welcoming. The childminder offers age-appropriate resources for children to explore and learn new skills.

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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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Due Date

 improve and update knowledge of the statutory requirements, including any changes in legislation, to improve outcomes for children 08/04/2016

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Due Date

 develop an understanding of how to observe and assess children's learning effectively, including how to complete the required progress check for children aged between two and three years, providing parents with a written summary, to help monitor children's progress. 08/04/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and checked all areas available for childminding, including toys, resources and suitability of equipment.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, including her arrangements for monitoring children's learning and progress.  The inspector discussed the settling-in policy and how the childminder intends to work in partnership with parents.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she plans to develop her practice through self-evaluation and training.  The inspector discussed the childminder's arrangements for keeping children safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 107143 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 845919 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 4 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in a flat located on the third floor, in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder is available each weekday throughout most of the year. There were no children in the early years age range on roll 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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