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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Home Childcarer in Camden

Inspected 17 Sept 2019 · published 27 Jan 2020 · URN EY283918

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  • Inspection date verified

    17 Sept 2019

  • Inspectors verified

    Deborah Orchard

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY283918

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  • OverallNot met

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

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Flesch 47, typical 46
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Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands child protection issues. She has recently completed safeguarding training and knows what steps to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare. However, the childminder has not notified Ofsted of significant events that may affect her suitability to work in this role. In addition, she does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate, as required. n The childminder knows how to provide an appropriate curriculum with resources to support children's learning and development. She understands the need to find out what children know in order plan for their next steps, including their move to school. n The childminder recognises the importance of forming positive relationships with parents. She knows how to work in partnership to support children's learning and development. n The childminder understands how to help children to develop positive behaviours. She understands how to provide an inclusive service and how to

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This provision does not meet requirements

help children learn to relate to and develop respect for others. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing a healthy diet and good hygiene routines. She understands the importance of providing children with regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise.

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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

obtain and maintain a valid paediatric first-aid certificate. 01/10/2019

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY283918 Local authority Camden Inspection number 10119995 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 to 0 Total number of places 2 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 13 January 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Hatton Garden, in the London Borough of Camden. The childminder operates on weekdays and occasional weekends, all year round, from 8am to 6pm.

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Inspection activities

n The inspection was carried out as part of Ofsted's risk assessment process. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of learning and development requirements for children, and how to assess and plan for children's individual needs. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector sampled a range of relevant documentation, including policies and procedures. n The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding, and the resources available for children.

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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

17 September 2019 17 September 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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