Childminder 117569

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 April 2016 12 January 2009

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has failed to maintain a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder is unaware of the requirement to complete a progress check for two- year-old children, to identify their learning needs.  The childminder understands her role in protecting children from harm overall, and the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about their welfare. However, she is not aware of new legislation relating to safeguarding to ensure she is aware of all signs that a child may be at risk of harm. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder understands how to use observations of children's play to monitor progress and plan for their individual needs.  The childminder knows how to encourage children to be independent and develop skills to prepare them for their next stage of learning and move to school.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnerships with parents,

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The provision does not meet requirements

to promote children's care and learning needs.

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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 knowledge of new government legislation to increase knowledge of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of abuse and neglect at the earliest opportunity 30/04/2016

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Due Date

 obtain and maintain an appropriate first-aid qualification, that incudes paediatric first aid, which is relevant to caring for young children and babies 16/05/2016

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Due Date

 gain understanding of the requirement to check children's progress when they are aged between two and three years, and to provide parents with a written summary of their children's development. 16/05/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held conversations with the childminder during the inspection, including discussions about her understanding of the requirements.  The inspector viewed the childminder's premises, resources and equipment available for children.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including policies and procedures, and suitability checks.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her plans to keep children safe and healthy, how she assesses any risks to children, and her methods for evaluating her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 117569 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 840130 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1993. She lives in Northolt, in the London Borough of Middlesex. The childminder operates from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. 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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