Childminder in Croydon

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a secure understanding of child protection procedures. She recognises some potential risks that may impact on a child's welfare. However, she does not know how to correctly respond when a child's welfare is compromised. The childminder has a weak understanding of the roles and responsibilities of relevant agencies and of the 'Prevent' duty. In addition, she does not have a written policy to inform her safeguarding practice. n The childminder does not hold a paediatric first-aid qualification. This does not help to ensure children's welfare in a medical emergency. n The childminder does not have appropriate insurance for the vehicle used to transport children. Her current car insurance does not include cover for business use. n The childminder does not have a written complaints policy, as required, that is shared with parents. n The childminder describes the inclusive activities that she plans to provide for

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children. She explains how she would use resources in her community, such as regular visits to the park or shops, to build on what children know and enjoy. The childminder explains how she will support children to behave well, respect others and acquire positive social skills. n The childminder describes how she will work with parents from the start. She will involve them in assessments of their child's learning, including if potential gaps in children's development arise. The childminder will implement and share strategies with parents so that children make progress in their learning from their starting points. She knows the action to take should gaps in children's learning persist. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with opportunities for daily fresh air and exercise. She explains how she will use communal play areas to support children to develop their physical skills and stay

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healthy. The childminder describes how she will help children to understand the benefit of eating nutritious meals.

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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 safeguarding issues and child protection procedures, including the 'Prevent' duty 15/10/2021

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provide a written safeguarding policy that outlines the procedures to be followed in order to protect children, in line with local safeguarding partnership guidance 15/10/2021

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obtain and maintain a paediatric first-aid qualification 15/10/2021

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obtain adequate insurance for any vehicle used to transport children, including for business use 17/09/2021

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provide a complaints policy, to be shared with parents 15/10/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY552865 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10174704 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 3 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Upper Norwood. She operates for most of the year from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector areas of her home used by children and explained how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's vehicle insurance. The inspector also discussed policies, safeguarding and the childminder's professional development.

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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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