Childminder in Greenwich

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 June 2016 29 May 2012

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not have up-to-date information about procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child. She does not have contact numbers to liaise with safeguarding agencies.  The childminder has not maintained her professional development. She is not aware of changes relating to the early years foundation stage.  The childminder is not well informed about the areas of learning and the ways in which children learn. She does not know how to plan for children's learning and development to ensure they make good progress.  The childminder is not aware of the progress check required to be completed for children aged between two and three years. She does not have systems in place to assess children's development in order to identify and address any gaps in their learning.  The childminder shows through discussion how she would manage children's behaviour positively. She would ensure that children learn to value and respect differences

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The provision does not meet requirements

between themselves and others.  The childminder demonstrates understanding of the importance of working with parents to meet children's needs. She intends to obtain information about children's routines, dietary requirements and care to ensure their needs are met.  The childminder demonstrates through discussion that she understands how to promote children's safety. She carries out regular risk assessments of the premises.

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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

 obtain information about the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child and contact numbers for safeguarding agencies to be able to report concerns promptly 05/07/2016

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Due Date

 develop knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements, in order to develop the skills that support children's learning and promote their welfare 28/07/2016

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Due Date

 develop knowledge and understanding of how children learn, in order to plan stimulating activities that help them to make good progress across all areas of learning 28/07/2016

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Due Date

 develop knowledge and understanding of the progress check for children aged between two and three years to ensure this can be undertaken as part of effective assessment arrangements 28/07/2016

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Due Date

 ensure records are maintained for each child. 04/07/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed parts of the premises to be used for the care of children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes. They also discussed how she will plan activities and make observations and assessments to ensure children make good progress.  The inspector looked at a selection of documentation, including procedures and records required for the care of children.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and suitability.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY299930 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 1040126 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in the London borough of Greenwich. She operates all year round from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder has a recognised 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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