Childminder EY251796

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 May 2016 9 March 2012

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The provision does not meet requirements

 Arrangements for safeguarding are not effective. The childminder has not kept up to date with changes in legislation and has not ensured all adults living on the premises have had their suitability checked.  The childminder does not have a current paediatric first-aid certificate and has failed to maintain her insurance cover.  The childminder has limited knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. She is not conversant with how to plan challenging and appropriate activities or learning opportunities for children in order for them to make good or better progress and be ready for school.  The childminder fails to demonstrate a competent understanding of how to assess children's learning.  Priorities for improvement have not been identified by the childminder. In addition, she has not maintained her professional development or attended training to develop her understanding of childcare issues.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder is warm and welcoming. Her home is clean and well maintained. She demonstrates a good understanding of how to risk assess the premises to ensure children could play safely.  The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents to share children's achievements and routines. She demonstrates an understanding of how to make children feel safe and secure to support their emotional well-being.

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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 up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures, including where to report any concerns 18/05/2016

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Due Date

 obtain an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for every person over the age of 16 years living on the premises 11/05/2016

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Due Date

 complete a paediatric first-aid training course that is relevant to caring for children 25/05/2016

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Due Date

 obtain public liability insurance 11/05/2016  update knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements, and use this knowledge to meet the individual learning needs of children; respond to their interests, so that activities are challenging and enjoyable and promote their progress across all areas of learning 01/06/2016

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Due Date

 update knowledge and understanding of how to assess children's learning to ensure they are supported to reach their potential. 01/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are used when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at qualification certificates and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members and talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY251796 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 1040312 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Southwark. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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