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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY401467

Inspected 31 Aug 2017 · URN EY401467

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Summary

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  • Inspection date verified

    31 Aug 2017

  • Inspectors verified

    Kayleigh Fletcher

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Requires improvement

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder Report

  • URN verified

    EY401467

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  • OverallNot met

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

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+28Mostly positivemore positive than 91% of reports of this type graded Not met
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Praisepositivemake good progresshappysecure knowledgesecure
Criticismnot metnot secure

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  • Findings9w0
  • What needs to improve334w+28

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No strong criticism found.

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Pages
4
Words of findings
334
about usual (typical 401)
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Flesch 42, typical 46
Average sentence
18 words
Next steps
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 43%About the inspection 56%

Full report text

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 August 2017 28 June 2016

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not have an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of current safeguarding matters, including about how to protect children from extreme behaviours and views.  The childminder has not met the actions from her last inspection. She does not have a sound knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage curriculum.  The childminder does not have a secure understanding of how to assess and monitor children's progress from their starting points, to help them make progress.  The childminder understands how to build positive relationships with children. She knows how to encourage children to behave appropriately.  The childminder understands the importance of sharing information with parents about their child's welfare, for example, informing parents of any illness or accidents.  The childminder understands how to encourage children to develop their independence and self-confidence. She knows the importance of ensuring they are happy and

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The provision does not meet requirements

motivated learners who form positive relationships with others.

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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

 gain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of all current safeguarding matters, including about 'Prevent' duty 30/09/2017

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Due Date

 develop a secure understanding of the early years foundation stage to ensure that children are offered opportunities to explore all seven areas of learning 30/10/2017

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Due Date

 gain a secure knowledge and understanding of how to assess and monitor children's progress, to inform planning of activities and experiences, to help children to make good progress from their starting points. 30/10/2017

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder about the service she offers.  The inspector sampled documentation, including qualifications, policies and procedures.  The inspector viewed areas of the premises and resources used for childminding.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the learning and development, and safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY401467 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1084127 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 28 June 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Sydenham in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder offers her service from Monday to Friday, from 7am until 7pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 2.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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