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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Bexley

Inspected 28 Jan 2020 · published 20 Feb 2020 · URN EY549770

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  • Inspection date verified

    28 Jan 2020

  • Inspectors verified

    Josephine Afful

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY549770

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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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−24Mixedmore positive than 54% of reports of this type graded Not met
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5
Words of findings
403
about usual (typical 401)
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Hard
Flesch 42, typical 46
Average sentence
20 words
Next steps
8
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0%
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What needs to improve 51%About the inspection 49%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not understand the correct procedure to follow if an allegation is made against her. Despite this weakness in her safeguarding knowledge, she is sufficiently alert to possible signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She also understands her responsibilities under the 'Prevent' duty. n The childminder does not record and maintain personal details of the children she looks after as required. This is also a breach of the Childcare register. Moreover, she is not fully clear about significant changes and events that Ofsted needs to be informed of. n The childminder lacks a clear understanding of the early years foundation stage areas of learning and how she can provide an ambitious curriculum to help children make good progress. In addition, she does not understand how to use observation and assessment to monitor children's achievements and identify gaps in their learning.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is aware of the need to risk assess her play areas and supervise children well to help keep them safe. She understands how to manage children's behaviour positively, such as through effective explanations and distractions. n The childminder recognises the importance of encouraging children to exercise daily and eat healthily to support their physical well-being.

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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 understanding of safeguarding and child protection in particular regards to the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation 27/02/2020

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Due date

record and maintain relevant information for each child, including their full names and date of birth, as required 27/02/2020

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Due date

28 January 2020 develop an understanding of significant events and changes that Ofsted must be notified 27/02/2020

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage learning and development requirements, in order to provide activities based on children's interests and stages of development to help children make good progress 27/07/2020

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Due date

gain accurate knowledge of assessment, including the progress check at age two and complete this when necessary to help identify gaps in learning quickly. 27/07/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549770 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10143494 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 4 to 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Slade Green, Bexley. The childminder works on weekdays most parts of the year all round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector assessed the childminder's knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including evidence of the childminder's paediatric first aid and public liability insurance. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes and monitor the progress that children make. n The inspector viewed the areas of the property used for childminding.

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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

28 January 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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Inspection activities

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