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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Brent

Inspected 3 Dec 2021 · published 20 Jan 2022 · URN 2520521

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  • Inspection date verified

    3 Dec 2021

  • Inspectors verified

    Karinna Hemerling

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    2520521

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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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+17Mostly positivemore positive than 86% of reports of this type graded Not met
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6
Words of findings
515
longer than usual (typical 401)
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Hard
Flesch 50, typical 46
Average sentence
17 words
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What needs to improve 55%About the inspection 45%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not complete thorough risk assessments of her premises to ensure that the areas used by children are safe and clean. She does not identify or minimise potential hazards to children's safety. n The childminder has insufficient understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She does not assess children's progress to help her to plan effectively for their next steps in learning. n The childminder does not maintain a two-way flow of information with parents about the needs of their children in her care. Additionally, she does not work with other settings that children attend to share information about their progress. The childminder does not continuously support children with their learning. n The childminder has access to a first-aid box. However, the first-aid box does not have the appropriate contents inside to use with children, should they have

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This provision does not meet requirements

accidents while in her care. n The childminder does not record the necessary information about each child in her care. She does not obtain information about the child's address or of their parents and carers. The childminder does not hold emergency contact details for parents. n The childminder recognises the benefits of helping children to lead healthy lifestyles, such as being active outdoors, drinking water and eating healthily. n The childminder has attended safeguarding training and has an adequate understanding of child protection issues. She knows the procedures to follow should she become concerned about the welfare of a child in her care. n The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to promote positive behaviour. She teaches children how to build relationships with others.

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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

3 December 2021 ensure that the premises are fit for purpose, suitable for children and in line with the hygiene requirements of health and safety legislation 11/01/2022

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take all reasonable steps to risk assess the safety of the premises so that risks and hazards are removed and minimised 11/01/2022

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assess children's development to recognise their progress and understand their learning needs 11/01/2022

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plan a curriculum that matches each child's learning needs and interests with challenging and enjoyable experiences across all areas of learning and development 11/01/2022

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work in partnership with parents to understand and meet children's needs 11/01/2022

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work in partnership with other settings that children attend to promote children's learning and development 11/01/2022

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ensure that there is a first-aid box that is accessible at all times and has the appropriate content for use with children 11/01/2022

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obtain and keep records of information about the child and their parents, such as their address and information about emergency contacts. 11/01/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2520521 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10208051 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 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in London. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that it is safe and suitable. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she plans the educational programmes for children. n The childminder discussed safeguarding procedures with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

3 December 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

3 December 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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