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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Southwark

Inspected 14 Sept 2021 · published 19 Oct 2021 · URN EY316063

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  • Inspection date verified

    14 Sept 2021

  • Inspectors verified

    Kareen Jacobs

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY316063

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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 53% of reports of this type graded Not met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
6
Words of findings
441
about usual (typical 401)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 45, typical 46
Average sentence
20 words
Next steps
8
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Hedged sentences
5%
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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 have a secure understanding of child protection procedures, although she recognises some potential risks that may impact on a child's welfare. She does not know how to correctly respond when a child's welfare is compromised or if an allegation is made against her. The childminder has a weak understanding of the roles and responsibilities of relevant agencies, or of the 'Prevent' duty guidance. In addition, she does not have a written policy to inform her safeguarding practice. n The childminder describes how she would plan enjoyable and engaging activities for children. She explains how she will gather initial and ongoing information from parents about their child, in order that she can plan activities to build on what children know and can do. The childminder describes how she plans to share information with parents about their child, and involve them in assessments of their child's learning.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder demonstrates effective understanding of how to include children in activities. She explains the strategies she will use if children do not make sustained progress. She understands how to work with parents and other professionals if gaps persist in children's learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing children with fresh air and exercise, daily. She explains how she will help children to understand how to keep themselves safe, such as during local outings to the park. The childminder describes how she will help children to develop healthy habits, for example, by discussing the benefits of nutritious meals that meet children's individual needs. n The childminder explains how she will support children to socialise with others in positive ways. She says that she would explain her expectations and support children to understand the impact of their behaviour on others. The childminder

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This provision does not meet requirements

understands the need for children to learn about other communities and people with different skills and knowledge.

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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

14 September 2021 improve knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and child protection procedures, including how to respond if an allegation is made and the 'Prevent' duty 22/10/2021

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Due date

provide a written safeguarding policy that outlines the procedures to be followed for the protection of children, in line with local safeguarding partnership guidance. 22/10/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316063 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10120671 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 0 Date of previous inspection 4 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Bermondsey in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6pm, all year round.

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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 provision. n The childminder showed the inspector areas of her home that will be used by children. n The inspector discussed educational programmes and safeguarding issues with the childminder. n The inspector looked at documents. These included evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her household members to work with children, policies and evidence of the childminder's professional development.

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Inspection activities

14 September 2021 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

14 September 2021 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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