Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder EY304837
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- Inspection date verified
25 Apr 2019
- Inspectors verified
Jane Morgan
- Early years verified
Good
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Not met
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY304837
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Grade profile
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- OverallNot met
- Early yearsGood
10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).
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- The childminder has not informed Ofsted about changes to household members so that appropriate suitability checks can be completed. p.1
- She does not hold a current first-aid certificate or have public liability insurance in place. p.1
- These are breaches of the Childcare Register. p.1
- The childminder has not kept her safeguarding and wider safeguarding knowledge up to date. p.1
- For example, she is unsure of the steps to take if an allegation is made against her or a household member, and the local procedures to follow to report her concerns about a child's welfare. p.1
- This is also a breach of the Childcare Register. p.1
- The childminder does not have sufficient knowledge of the early years foundation stage to promote the learning and development of all children. p.1
- The childminder understands how to support children's behaviour. p.1
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- Pages
- 4
- Words of findings
- 438
- about usual (typical 401)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 44, typical 46
- Average sentence
- 16 words
- Next steps
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Inspection date 25 April 2019 Previous inspection date 9 June 2016
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This provision does not meet requirements
n The childminder has not informed Ofsted about changes to household members so that appropriate suitability checks can be completed. She does not hold a current first-aid certificate or have public liability insurance in place. These are breaches of the Childcare Register. n The childminder has not kept her safeguarding and wider safeguarding knowledge up to date. For example, she is unsure of the steps to take if an allegation is made against her or a household member, and the local procedures to follow to report her concerns about a child's welfare. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register. n The childminder does not have sufficient knowledge of the early years foundation stage to promote the learning and development of all children. n The childminder understands how to support children's behaviour. She knows how to encourage children to behave well and value each other's differences. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's good health. For
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This provision does not meet requirements
example, she explains how she will provide a variety of healthy snacks and opportunities for children to exercise regularly and have plenty of fresh air.
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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 ensure all household members have completed appropriate suitability checks, and notify Ofsted of any changes to household members 31/05/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
complete paediatric first-aid training 31/05/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
obtain public liability insurance 31/05/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
develop knowledge of local safeguarding procedures and wider safeguarding issues 31/05/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
develop knowledge of the early years foundation stage learning and development requirements. 31/05/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector viewed areas of the childminder's home to be used for the purpose of childminding. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living on the premises. She discussed the childminder's understanding of self-evaluation. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and learning and development requirements. n The inspector and the childminder discussed toys, books, resources and equipment that she intends to use.
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Setting details
Unique reference number EY304837 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10064582 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 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 9 June 2016
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Registers
The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Catford, London. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays.
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Registers
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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Registers
procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . 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 and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, 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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