Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 April 2016 10 September 2010

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has not carried out appropriate suitability checks for all adults living in the home. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register requirements.  The childminder does not hold a valid paediatric first-aid certificate. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register requirements.  The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that would give cause for concern. She understands the procedure to follow to help protect children from harm.  The childminder understands how children learn. She knows how to observe and monitor children's learning. She knows how to plan activities that are interesting to support children to make progress.  The childminder understands the importance of helping children develop the skills they need to promote their future learning and move on to school.  The childminder clearly understands how to support healthy lifestyles for children. She knows how to encourage children's physical well-being, such as through regular fresh

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The provision does not meet requirements

air, exercise, healthy meals and cooking activities.  The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents and other settings children attend to provide continuity in their learning and development.  The childminder knows how to evaluate her practice. She understands the importance of seeking the views of parents and children to help her identify areas for development.

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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 appropriate suitability checks are carried out for all adults living on the premises 09/05/2016

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Due Date

 obtain and maintain a relevant paediatric first-aid qualification 30/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare, and learning and development requirements.  The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including policies and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY337412 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 828308 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 September 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives Kennington, London. She operates for most of the year, from Monday to Friday.

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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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