Childminder in Tower Hamlets

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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n The childminder does not have appropriate safeguarding knowledge. She is unable to identify signs that a child is at risk of abuse and has a poor understanding of the action to take should she have concerns of this nature. In addition, the childminder's knowledge of wider safeguarding issues, such as her responsibilities under the 'Prevent duty', are poor. The childminder does not know the correct procedures to follow if an allegation was made against her or a household member. This lack of understanding could place children at risk of harm. n The childminder does not have appropriate knowledge about assessing children's progress. She is unsure of how to plan activities that are appropriate for a child's stage of development, and does not know how to plan for children's next steps in their learning. n The childminder does not evaluate her provision to make improvements to her practice and teaching. She has failed to addresses weaknesses identified at her

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previous inspection. The childminder has not updated her knowledge, including of the most recent requirements of registration, to ensure it is current. As a result, she does not yet demonstrate an ability to provide safe and good quality care and education to children. n The childminder lacks knowledge of how to support children in the next steps of their learning, including transition to school. She is also unable to demonstrate understanding of how to develop children's understanding of the diverse communities they live in. n Parents describe how caring the childminder is and how easily their children settle into her care. The childminder knows how to promote children's positive behaviour, and how to help children feel secure in her care. n The childminder does not have a secure knowledge about all the changes that she must notify to Ofsted, and the time frame in which to do this. n The childminder knows how to risk assess her premises to ensure that any

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hazards are identified, and risks of physical harm to children are removed. n The childminder collects some written feedback from parents about their experience of using her childcare service. However, she does not share information with parents about their children's progress and development. This limits parent's ability to continue children's learning at home.

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This provision does not meet requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 continual professional development to improve teaching skills, particularly for young children, to support their language development and overall outcomes 17/12/2021

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Due date

improve knowledge of safeguarding and child protection, including identification of signs that a child may be at risk of abuse, neglect and female genital mutilation, and the procedures to follow in the event of such concerns being held 17/12/2021

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Due date

improve knowledge of how to manage an allegation against yourself or a household member 17/12/2021

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of wider safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent' duty guidance 17/12/2021

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ensure knowledge of the early years foundation stage is up to date and that it is implemented within the setting 17/12/2021

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of what must be notified to Ofsted. 17/12/2021

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improve the assessment of children's learning to obtain an accurate understanding of children's level of achievement, interests and next steps, and use this information to plan learning experiences that are personalised to meet children's individual needs 17/12/2021

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Due date

26 October 2021 increase communication with parents so information is shared about their children's learning. 17/12/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY224806 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 10144411 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 17 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Whitechapel, in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, throughout most of the year.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The Inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder, and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements, and how she could meet them. n The inspector viewed areas available for childcare. n The childminder provided documents for the inspector to view, including Disclosure and Barring Service check certificate, paediatric first-aid qualification and public liability insurance. n The inspector considered parent's written feedback about the childcare provided to their children.

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Inspection activities

26 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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Inspection activities

26 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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