Childminder in Croydon

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not demonstrate a sufficient understanding of child protection procedures. Although she is alert to some potential risks to children's welfare, she is unable to correctly explain the action she would take if an allegation was made against herself or a family member. She does not have an effective safeguarding policy to inform her practice. n The childminder has a limited understanding of how to implement the learning and development requirements. She does not demonstrate knowledge of how to carry out the progress check for children aged between two and three years. She does not know how to involve outside agencies if gaps in children's learning and development persist. n Despite weaknesses in the childminder's knowledge of child protection procedures, she has some arrangements to help keep children safe. She explains how she assesses risks in her home and when on outings. She describes how

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she would respond if a child in her care has an accident and explains how she would seek prior written consent from parents before administering medication. n The childminder explains how she plans to provide regular opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise. She describes how she would discuss the individual care needs of children with their parents and provide flexible routines. n The childminder recognises the importance of building warm relationships with children. She describes how she will help children to acquire positive social skills and explains how she will help them to learn what is expected of them.

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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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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of how to carry out child protection procedures, including what to notify to relevant agencies 29/10/2019

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Due date

1 October 2019 provide and implement an effective safeguarding policy that includes information about what to do in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a family member 29/10/2019

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements, including how to implement the progress check for children aged between two and three years, and how to respond to potential gaps in children's learning. 12/11/2019

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY544442 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10103496 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 3 to 11 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Thornton Heath, in the London Borough of Croydon. She operates all year round from 2pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home that are used by children. n The inspector reviewed documents, including children's records, evidence of professional development, suitability of household members and public liability insurance. n The inspector discussed children's learning and development and the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

1 October 2019 regulates and inspects to 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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