McFarlane, Lecia Julian

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has failed to obtain and maintain a paediatric first-aid qualification as required. n The childminder understands the importance of providing an environment that is safe and welcoming, where children will feel valued, secure, confident and form close attachments to her. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, professionals, and other settings, to support children's learning and development. n The childminder has good knowledge of safeguarding. She understands the signs that may indicate a child's welfare might be at risk of possible harm. The childminder knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns or allegations to the relevant authorities. She knows the importance of minimising risks to children's well-being, helping to prevent accidents. n The childminder has a good range of toys and resources to help promote children's learning. She understands the importance of identifying children's

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starting points and assessing their progress in order to plan and build on what they already know and can do. The childminder clearly explains the two-year-old progress check and how to access additional information to further support children's learning. n The childminder demonstrates how she intends to encourage children to be independent. For example, to put on their own shoes and coat, developing their self-care skills. The childminder describes how she will support children's physical health and well-being. She shares how she will encourage children to maintain a healthy lifestyle, such as having regular exercise, healthy meals and snacks. n The childminder describes the importance of supporting children to be respectful of others, regardless of their culture, race, religious belief, gender, abilities, or status. She intends to teach children how to share, listen to others and care for their environment. She understands the importance of supporting children's

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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

obtain and maintain an appropriate first- aid qualification. 30/04/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY398463 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10137866 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 6 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Croydon. The childminder works Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round. She has a level 3 childcare qualification.

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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 childminder and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector viewed the areas of the premises intended to be used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote children's welfare. n The inspector looked at, and discussed the necessary documentations with the childminder, including the suitability of all household members and the paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance.

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Inspection activities

12 April 2022 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

12 April 2022 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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