Childminder in Croydon

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is committed to partnership working. She understands the importance of working closely with parents in order to meet children's needs. For example, she has procedures in place to collect detailed information from parents when children start at her setting. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle. She explains how she plans a range of heathy meals and takes children outside every day for fresh air and exercise. n The childminder holds a current first-aid certificate and valid public liability insurance. She is aware of the importance of providing a safe learning environment for children. She understands how to undertake risk assessments and minimise hazards to children. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour positively. She explains the strategies she uses to help children play cooperatively. For example, she describes how she uses a timer to support their turn taking.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder undertakes regular safeguarding training. Despite this, she does not sufficiently understand the different types of abuse and how to identify when a child may be at risk of harm. The childminder does not understand her responsibilities under the 'Prevent' duty and how to recognise that a child is at risk of radicalisation. n The childminder plans a broad curriculum. She focuses on improving her knowledge of how children learn. She undertakes regular training to enhance her teaching skills. n The childminder demonstrates how she uses information gained from her observations to identify children's learning needs. She describes how she plans meaningful activities, such as cooking, to build upon what children already know. n The childminder understands how to prevent the spread of infection. However, she does not possess a clear understanding of the requirement to record the administration of children's medications. Consequently, children's health is at

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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

develop a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, including the types of abuse and how to identify when a child may be at risk 03/04/2020

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Due date

increase understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance, with particular regard to recognising and responding to concerns about children and families being drawn into radicalisation 03/04/2020

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Due date

improve knowledge of the procedures relating to the safe administration of children's medications. 03/04/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number 124398 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10062329 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 13 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in the London Borough of Croydon. She provides care from 8am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder took the inspector on a tour of her home and explained how she organises her provision. n The inspector viewed the available toys and resources. n A sample of documentation was reviewed including first-aid certificates and suitability checks. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she supports children's learning and well-being.

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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

13 March 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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