Childminder, Out-of school day care in Lewisham

Inspection date 26 October 2018 Previous inspection date 17 June 2015

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a secure knowledge of changes in regulation in relation to her responsibility towards safeguarding children. She does not provide her assistants with appropriate training to ensure they have up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding arrangements. n The childminder demonstrates how she will help children to keep themselves safe and provide a secure and welcoming play environment. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how individual children learn best. She knows how to promote their preferences and interests in indoor and outdoor play environments. n The childminder has a clear knowledge of how to assess children's ongoing development. She understands the importance of observing their achievements and planning for their next steps in learning. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote children's self-help skills. She knows how to support children's preparation for school through confidence

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This provision does not meet requirements

building, independence and communication skills. n The childminder is eager to attend further training and to develop her knowledge of the latest learning and development strategies.

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This 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 Childcare Register the provider must: Due date develop a secure, up-to-date knowledge of the arrangements and responsibilities for safeguarding children 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure assistants receive up-to-date training on their responsibilities for safeguarding children. 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector looked at the childminder's documentation, policies and procedures. n The inspector looked at the areas of the house that the childminder intends to use for childminding. n The inspector took into consideration the childminder's self-evaluation. n The inspector checked the ongoing suitability of the childminder, her assistant and members of her household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316778 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10059701 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 17 June 2015

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The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Hither Green, Lewisham. The childminder works with an assistant. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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