Childminder in Hammersmith and Fulham

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is not meeting the requirements of the early years foundation stage and has not undertaken any training to develop her practice since registering. However, she recognises the need to improve her knowledge to make sure requirements are met, even if there are no children on roll. n The childminder does not have a secure understanding of when to make notifications to Ofsted. For example, she has not always informed Ofsted of changes to her household. As a result, Ofsted has not had the necessary information to be able to check the suitability of all adults aged 16 years or over living in the household. n The childminder has not maintained a full and relevant paediatric first-aid certificate and some of the contents in her first-aid box are out of date. Therefore, she is not fully prepared to treat children appropriately in the event of an accident. n Through discussion, the childminder revealed that she does not implement a

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robust safeguarding policy. Although she has a basic knowledge of child protection issues, she lacks an understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance and who to contact if an allegation is made against her. n The childminder understands the need to support children's health and well- being. For example, she will provide children with healthy food and discuss how they can maintain good oral health. Children will have daily opportunities for fresh air and to be active. However, the childminder has failed to ensure that resources and areas to be used by minded children are adequately clean. n The childminder has smoke alarms in place but does not have any fire-control equipment, such as a fire blanket, to use in the event of an emergency. Her risk assessment is not robust enough to safeguard children. For example, there are trailing wires, low-level cleaning products, a free-standing mirror and choking hazards, such as ring-pulls, accessible to young children.

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n The childminder has gaps in her knowledge of the learning and development requirements, which will impact on her ability to develop a tailored curriculum for young children. She is unclear about her responsibilities to carry out a written summary of children's progress when they are aged two years. The basic range of toys and equipment available are not well organised. For example, puzzles are stored in a large box with other toys, making it difficult for children to find the pieces. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to help ensure consistency in children's care and learning. She does not demonstrate a knowledge of how to proceed in the event of a parent making a written complaint. She has appropriate expectations of children's behaviour and will encourage children to have respect for others.

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18 October 2021 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

gain a secure understanding of responsibilities to notify Ofsted promptly of significant events and changes, and supply any required information to enable suitability checks to be carried out on those aged 16 years or over in the household 29/11/2021

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complete and maintain an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification 29/11/2021

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ensure that the first-aid box is replenished with appropriate content for use with children 29/11/2021

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gain a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policy and procedures, in line with the local safeguarding partnership guidance, with particular reference to the 'Prevent' duty guidance and knowing how to proceed if an allegation is made about you 29/11/2021

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implement effective hygiene practices to ensure that the premises and resources for children are clean 29/11/2021

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ensure that appropriate fire-control equipment, such as a fire blanket, is in place and in working order 29/11/2021

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18 October 2021 ensure that hazards are identified and removed in order to promote children's safety and well-being 29/11/2021

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strengthen knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements, including the requirement for a progress check at two years of age 29/11/2021

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ensure that toys and equipment are organised in a way that meets the needs of children 29/11/2021

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gain knowledge of how to proceed if a parent makes a complaint in writing 29/11/2021

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develop a written child protection policy 29/11/2021

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develop a written complaints policy. 29/11/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY546119 Local authority Hammersmith & Fulham Inspection number 10100297 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 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in West Kensington in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The childminder operates weekdays between 8am and 6pm all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector had a tour of the premises, and viewed the toys and equipment that are available for children to use. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector viewed available documents, including the childminder's public liability insurance.

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18 October 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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18 October 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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