Childminder EY251097

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 July 2016 13 January 2010

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not have a current paediatric first-aid certificate to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register requirements.  The childminder does not have public liability insurance as required. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder does not have an up-to-date written statement for safeguarding. This is a requirement of the Childcare Register.  The childminder knows how to recognise the possible signs that a child is at risk of harm and knows what to do if she has concerns.  The childminder understands the need to carry out risk assessments of her premises and on outings to minimise hazards to children.  The childminder explained how she plans to deliver the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She showed understanding of suitable activities to promote and develop children's learning and skills.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents to promote a consistent approach to promoting children's learning.  The childminder is keen to continue to develop and improve her knowledge and skills. She has endeavoured to book on to a course to update her first aid.

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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 that a current paediatric first-aid certificate is obtained and maintained 10/09/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that public liability insurance is obtained and maintained 05/08/2016  keep and implement an up-to-date written statement of safeguarding for the protection of children from harm. 05/08/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home which are available for childminding purposes and some resources for children's use.  The inspector looked at available documents including children's progress records and some policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and what she would do in the event of a concern.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the early years foundation stage and how she will promote children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY251097 Local authority Islington Inspection number 1024518 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 13 January 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives in Newington Green in the London Borough of Islington. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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