Childminder in Lambeth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 June 2016 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not hold valid public liability insurance.  The childminder does not have a valid first-aid certificate.  The childminder has limited knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. She is not aware of the correct procedures to follow or who to contact if she has concerns about the safety and welfare of children in her care. The childminder is unable to promote children's welfare effectively.  The childminder does not keep a written record of children's accidents or injuries sustained by children while in her care. She does not keep a written record of medication that is administered to children.  The childminder has a limited knowledge about how to evaluate her practice. She does not know how to effectively identify areas for improvement or how the views of parents can be incorporated. She does not understand the importance of accessing training opportunities to keep herself updated with new legislation and strengthen her skills.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding about how children learn and develop. She understands the importance of evaluating assessments of children's learning to identify weaknesses and plan children's next steps in learning. The childminder knows about completing progress checks for children between the age of two and three years.  The childminder has a good knowledge of how to effectively promote children's good behaviour. She explains the importance of working with parents to ensure they have a consistent approach to behaviour. The childminder understands the importance of children learning to value and respect each others' differences.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle. She explains how she intends to provide children with a range of physical activities and how she plans to discuss about eating healthily with children.

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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 the provider must:

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Due Date

 ensure that valid public liability insurance is obtained and renewed as necessary 11/07/2016

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 complete and maintain paediatric first-aid training relevant to the care of young children and babies 11/07/2016

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 gain a secure knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and the up-to-date procedures for reporting such concerns to the relevant agencies 11/07/2016

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 maintain a written record of accidents, injuries and first-aid treatment administered and inform parents of any accidents or injuries children have sustained 11/07/2016

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 maintain an accurate record of all medication that is administered to children, ensure parents' written permission is obtained and inform parents when medication has been administered 11/07/2016

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 use professional development opportunities as well as self- evaluation to identify weaknesses and take action to prioritise and address these areas. 11/07/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes and evaluate her practice.  The inspector looked at a selection of the records, policies, and procedures the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are to be used for the care of children, along with equipment and toys that will be used for childminding.  The inspector reviewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all adults living at the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY455382 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 1040152 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 registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in London. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 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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