Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 April 2018 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not keep abreast of early years foundation stage and childcare register requirements. She does not identify weaknesses in practice or fully understand her roles and responsibilities. This impacts on her ability to ensure that statutory requirements are met and maintained.  The childminder failed to tell Ofsted about changes that may affect her suitability and keep appropriate records of children's details and attendance.  The childminder's knowledge of the learning and development requirements is limited. As a result she is not clear how to assess children’s development and provide challenging learning activities that help children to make good progress.  Safeguarding is ineffective because the childminder does not have sufficient understanding of procedures to follow when there are concerns about children's welfare. Furthermore, she is not clear of the procedures to follow in the event of an

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The provision does not meet requirements

allegation made against her or someone living or working on her premises.  The childminder does not ensure the premises remain suitable or take adequate steps to reduce or remove risks. As a result children's health and safety is not well promoted.

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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

The provision is inadequate and Ofsted intends to take enforcement action

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to:

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Due Date

 improve your understanding of child protection issues and ensure that you have a clear understanding of procedures to follow in the event of a concern, including how to manage allegations 25/05/2018

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 improve your understanding of the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (2017), and the Childcare Register requirements to ensure that you fully understand your role and legal responsibilities; and are competent in the areas of work you undertake 25/05/2018

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 ensure good standards of hygiene in your premises, especially in the kitchen and bathroom 25/05/2018

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 ensure that your premises are safe and suitable for children being cared for and that steps are taken to remove hazards, including trailing wires and cleaning fluids 25/05/2018

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 improve your understanding of risk assessment and take all reasonable steps to identify hazards to children, both inside and outdoors 25/05/2018

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 improve your understanding of matters that you must notify to Ofsted 25/05/2018 To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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 improve your understanding of the learning and development requirements, including how to plan a challenging and enjoyable experience for children in all of the areas of learning and development 25/05/2018

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 improve your understanding of your responsibilities regarding assessment of children’s development, including how to assess starting points, track progress, plan next steps and respond to any concerns 25/05/2018

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 ensure that the premises and equipment used for the purposes of childcare are safe and suitable 25/05/2018

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 ensure that all necessary measures are taken to minimise any risks to the health and safety of children who are cared for 25/05/2018

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 keep a daily record of the names of children being cared for on the premises and their hours of attendance 25/05/2018

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 keep records of the name, address and date of birth of each child who is looked after on the premises, including the name, home address and telephone number of a parent/guardian or carer. 25/05/2018

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Inspection activities

 The inspection was carried following the risk assessment process.  Discussions were held with the childminder about her practice, how she will assess children and provide suitable learning activities for them.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how policies would be implemented.  The inspector checked the procedures for safeguarding children.  The inspector viewed the areas of the home to be used by children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547485 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 1132673 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 registered in 2017. She lives in South Norwood, South London. The childminder works Monday to Friday for 50 weeks of the year. At the time of the inspection, there were no children on roll in the early years or later years age range.

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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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