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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Greenwich

Inspected 20 Feb 2020 · published 10 Mar 2020 · URN EY399178

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Summary

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  • Inspection date verified

    20 Feb 2020

  • Inspectors verified

    Pauline Valentine-Coker

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY399178

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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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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
5
Words of findings
304
shorter than usual (typical 401)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 46, typical 46
Average sentence
18 words
Next steps
8
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Hedged sentences
0%
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What needs to improve 44%About the inspection 56%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have secure knowledge and understanding of wider safeguarding issues, such as those relating to the 'Prevent' duty legislation and female genital mutilation. n Accurate written records of children's hours and attendance are not maintained by the childminder, as required. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to plan activities to support children's next steps in learning. n The childminder has a sound knowledge of how to promote positive behaviour so that children can learn to have respect and consideration for others. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents to support children's individual care and learning needs throughout the day. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, how she will provide daily opportunities for children to access fresh air. She understands the importance of

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This provision does not meet requirements

providing them with a healthy diet. n The childminder describes how she plans to support children to learn about their local community. For example, she states she will take children to visit the park, library and supermarket.

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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 matters which may affect a child's safety and well-being, which includes the 'Prevent' duty and female genital mutilation 27/03/2020

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Due date

20 February 2020 keep a daily record of the names of the children being cared for on the premises and their hours of attendance. 27/03/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY399178 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10104555 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 5 to 11 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 5 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in the London Borough of Greenwich. The childminder offers care before and after school from 3.30pm to 7pm, Monday to Friday. She holds an early years degree equivalent to level 6.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector conducted a learning walk with the childminder. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans and provides learning activities for children. n The inspector viewed documentation, including evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other persons living at the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of safeguarding and risk assessments.

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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

20 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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Inspection activities

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