Childminder 133198

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 June 2016 26 March 2014

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder is not currently fit enough to care for children. She did not inform Ofsted about her health issues, as required.  The childminder is aware of the importance of helping children to develop respect and build good relationships. She knows how to promote children's independence to help them prepare for school.  The childminder knows the correct procedures to follow if she has any safeguarding concerns. The childminder knows how to provide a safe environment for children.  The childminder recognises the benefits of sharing information with parents and other professionals to help her meet children's individual needs.  The childminder knows how to evaluate her provision and understands the importance of keeping up to date with changes to improve her practice.  The childminder knows how to assess children's achievements and plan a range of activities according to their interests. She understands how to monitor children's

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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

 improve knowledge of the need to notify Ofsted of any significant event or changes that are likely to affect the suitability of the early years provider. 30/10/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed the childminder's knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote children's learning and development.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, which included policies and procedures, certificates and systems for recording information.  The inspector looked at the space available for childminding and some of the resources she will use.  The inspector discussed the childminder's knowledge of child protection and how she keeps children safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 133198 Local authority Islington Inspection number 1048671 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 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 March 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in the Holloway area of the London Borough of Islington. She operated from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday throughout most to the year. The childminder holds a National Nursery Examination Board Level 3 qualification (NNEB). There were no children 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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Telephone number

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