Childminder in Southwark

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 May 2016 30 March 2010

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register. She has failed to maintain a current first-aid qualification.  The childminder has attended relevant child protection training and is aware of how to recognise possible signs or symptoms of abuse. She knows how to create a secure environment to help keep children safe.  The childminder demonstrates her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She explains how she will track children's ongoing progress from their individual starting points.  The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and other settings where children also attend, to share information about their individual learning. She describes how she will promote the continuity of children's care and learning and help prepare them for their move on to school.  The childminder understands how to promote children's physical well-being. For

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The provision does not meet requirements

example, she discusses the importance of providing children with a healthy diet and ensuring they have regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air.  The childminder has a clear understanding of how to help children to settle in and form strong attachments. She describes how she will help develop their social skills and a respect for others, including their similarities and differences.  The childminder knows how to reflect on her practice. She describes how she will consider the views of parents and children when making any changes.

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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 a current paediatric first-aid qualification is obtained. 12/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability checks for household members, training certificates, and policies and procedures.  The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding and resources provided.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the systems she has in place to keep children safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY298597 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 1040314 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 30 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Southwark, London. She operates all year round, from 7am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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