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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY549345

Inspected 12 Feb 2020 · URN EY549345

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  • Inspection date verified

    12 Feb 2020

  • Inspectors verified

    Janet Tough

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY549345

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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+44Positivemore positive than 72% of reports of this type graded Met
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Pages
5
Words of findings
410
about usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 49, typical 47
Average sentence
17 words
Next steps
8
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Hedged sentences
0%
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What needs to improve 51%About the inspection 49%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. She can explain how she will plan activities based on children's interests and what they already know. She has a wide range of resources and was able to provide examples of how to support children of different ages, across the seven areas of learning. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of using observations and assessments to help monitor the progress children make. She intends to use the information to support her when planning future activities based on what children need to learn next and to help them gain skills for their future learning. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the welfare and safeguarding requirements. She has public liability insurance and paediatric first-aid training, enabling her to manage any injuries that children might have in the home and on outings. n The premises are clean and safe. The childminder understands how to support

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This provision meets requirements

good hygiene routines and emphasises the health and well-being of children. She provides opportunities for physical play and exercise, using the local community resources. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection issues and of her responsibility to keep children safe. She organises her home effectively and completes regular checks to minimise risks. The childminder knows the procedures to follow and how to make a referral if she has any concerns regarding a child's welfare. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents to maintain a consistent approach. She understands the need to keep parents updated on their children's progress and to involve them in their learning, including by sharing ideas to support learning at home. n The childminder is committed to improving her knowledge and skills. She keeps up to date with current early years practice and completes mandatory training.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder seeks views from parents and children to help review her provision and make improvements to her practice. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour effectively.

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This provision meets 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549345 Local authority Wandsworth Inspection number 10143538 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

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 provider registered in 2017 and lives in Battersea, in the London Borough of Wandsworth. She operates from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Sunday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her curriculum, how she implements this and how she assesses outcomes for children. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n The inspector reviewed documentation the childminder has in place, including required insurance, and checked evidence of paediatric first-aid training and the suitability of adults living in the home.

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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

12 February 2020 12 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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