Childminder in Greenwich

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not demonstrate a secure understanding of child protection procedures. She has completed some safeguarding training but it is not effective. She is unable to correctly explain how to respond if concerns about a child's welfare arise, including if an allegation is made against her or a family member. She is unable to provide an effective safeguarding policy to help inform her safeguarding practice. n The childminder explains how she will gather initial and ongoing information from parents about their child. The childminder intends to plan activities based on what children know and can do. She describes how she will share information about the progress children make in their learning and encourage a shared approach with their parents, including for care routines. n The childminder explains how she will make use of resources within her community, such as outings to the children's centre and library, to extend

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children's learning experiences. She intends to promote positive behaviour and social skills as children interact with others at groups. n The childminder describes how she will provide children with regular opportunities to get fresh air and exercise, such as during visits to local parks and playgrounds. n The childminder describes how she intends to manage risks, both in her home and when she is out with children. She explains how she intends to help children understand how to keep themselves safe. For example, she plans to reinforce children's understanding of road safety during visits and outings. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing an inclusive service. She describes how she intends to seek advice and support, if needed, so children and parents get the help that they need. The childminder describes how she plans to work with parents, and other professionals who may be involved, to

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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

4 February 2020 improve knowledge and understanding of how to respond to concerns about a child's welfare, including if an allegation is made against the childminder or a member of the household 06/03/2020

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Due date

provide an effective safeguarding policy in line with local safeguarding partnership guidelines, to be shared with parents. 06/03/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY426727 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10074772 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 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 25 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Kidbrooke in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. She offers a service on weekdays, 8am to 6pm, all year.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home that children will use and discussed with the childminder how risks would be managed. n The inspector reviewed documents, including evidence of professional development, policies and public liability insurance. n The inspector discussed 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

4 February 2020 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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