Childminder EY319580

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 July 2016 30 June 2015

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has not notified Ofsted of a change to her provision with regards to the recruitment of an assistant. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder lacks knowledge of her responsibility to monitor and support any assistant she employs.  The childminder has started to evaluate her provision. She has met the actions and recommendations from the previous inspection.  The childminder understands the areas of learning and how to observe children's play and assess their progress.  The childminder has an understanding of the safeguarding procedures. She knows the action she must take if there is an allegation against her or a member of the household.  The childminder is aware of the importance of working with parents to meet children's individual care needs. She welcomes children of all backgrounds and abilities.  The childminder is aware of how to support children's good health. She holds a current

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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 Ofsted are notified of any changes to the childminding provision, with particular regard to the recruitment of an assistant 20/07/2016

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Due Date

 improve knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements with regard to the employment of assistants. 13/08/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed the childminder's safeguarding policy and procedures, clearance checks on adults in the household, and required documentation to support children's welfare.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development.  The inspector viewed the areas that children use.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how the service offered is evaluated and plans made for future training and continuous improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY319580 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 1054640 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Addiscombe, in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminder works each weekday, all year round. She works with an assistant. There were no children present during 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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