Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date 8 March 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Inadequate 4 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4 Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision is inadequate

n The childminder and her assistants do not have a secure understanding about safeguarding matters. They are not aware of the correct procedures to follow if an allegation has been made and which agencies to report to. n The childminder has not been able to identify all risks in her provision that could have an impact on children's safety and well-being. For example, she has no procedures in place to ensure children receive the food they can have according to their dietary requirements. n There are no systems in place to monitor the assistants' practice and ensure they follow the setting's policies and procedures. For instance, they do not implement the correct hygiene procedures. Also, the childminder does not obtain accurate permission from parents before administering medication to the children. n The snacks and meals the children receive are not always nutritious and balanced. Children do not have enough fruits and vegetables to promote healthy lifestyles.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder provides a stimulating and welcoming learning environment for children with a variety of resources to support their development across all areas of learning. n Children have access to daily outdoor activities. They enjoy a variety of activities that support their physical development. For example, children enjoy yoga lessons. n The childminder shares the progress children make with their parents. They comment on the things their children have learned since they started. Parents continue to support the children's learning at home, taking up the suggestions received from the childminder.

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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 ensure everyone working with children has a full and thorough understanding of all safeguarding matters, including reporting allegations of possible abuse and neglect 05/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

put effective risk assessments in place to identify and minimise all potential safety hazards to children, including procedures to ensure children with dietary needs receive the correct food 05/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

obtain written permission from parents before administering medication to children, including the name and the correct dosage of the medication 05/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

put effective systems in place to monitor assistants' practice and to ensure all policies and procedures are followed 05/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that meals and snacks provided for children are healthy, balanced and nutritious so that their well-being is promoted and they learn about healthy lifestyles 05/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure good and effective hygiene procedures are followed to prevent the spread of infections. 05/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspection was carried out following the risk assessment process. n The inspector observed activities and interactions between the childminder, her assistants and the children throughout the inspection. n The inspector spoke with the childminder, her assistants and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at children's records and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures, and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through discussion and from written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

Safeguarding is not effective. Although the childminder and staff have an overall knowledge about safeguarding matters, they are not fully aware of the procedures to follow if there has been an allegation made. The childminder does not have effective systems in place to monitor the assistants' practice to help ensure policies and procedures are implemented and to improve their personal effectiveness. Subsequently, this has a significant impact on the children's welfare and safety. When assistants change nappies, they use the same gloves for all the children and do not disinfect the changing mat in between. However, the childminder has effective partnerships with parents, who are satisfied with the provision, overall.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder ensures children are provided with activities of their interest. This helps them achieve their next steps in learning. Children enjoy playing with the parachute. They imitate the childminder's actions to create waves. This supports their understanding of following instructions and helps develop their motor skills. The childminder extends the activity by making slow and fast waves. Children giggle and have fun when creating fast waves. This helps children learn the difference between fast and slow. The childminder makes regular observations about what children can do during their time with her in order to help inform her assessment process of the children. The childminder completes the progress check for children at age two to ensure she identifies any gaps in their learning and development in a timely manner.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

The welfare and safety of the children are compromised. The childminder does not risk assess all areas of her provision effectively. For example, assistants are not aware of children with allergies. This puts children at significant risk. Also, written permission from parents is not obtained to administer medication, including the correct name and dosage of the medication. Children share pillows and blankets when having their nap. This means infections can spread easily. Children are offered biscuits and bread sticks for a snack in the afternoon without any fruits or vegetables. This does not promote a healthy diet. Overall, children are supported with their independence, such as taking off their coats and shoes independently. However, some older children do not use age- appropriate cups when drinking their milk before their nap. For example, they still use a bottle. This can have a negative impact on their oral health.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from when they start with the childminder. They become secure and confident, exploring the learning environment. They are eager to learn and incorporate their skills during routines. For example, children count while waiting for activities to start, measuring the timespan. Young children are perseverant when trying to stand up and learn to become secure in walking. Older children demonstrate their understanding about sharing. They ask for a timer to ensure everyone has a turn. Children have daily opportunities to develop their writing and mark-making skills. They acquire a variety of skills they need for the next stage of their education.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY545108 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10099658 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 1 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Croydon, Surrey. She works with assistants and operates from Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education to children age two, three and four years. The childminder holds a Montessori qualification at level 4.

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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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