Childminder in Lewisham

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a secure knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements for learning and development. She is unaware that these are the requirements for registration. Due to this lack of knowledge, the childminder does not know how to plan and assess children's learning effectively. n The childminder does not understand the importance of risk assessment. For example, she fails to identify and remove hazards, such as cleaning products and trailing wires. This significantly compromises children's safety. n The childminder is not aware of health and hygiene procedures. For example, there are no clear surfaces to prepare food and bin bags of open waste are accessible. This could place children at risk of cross infection. Furthermore, the outdoor area is not safe. For example, there is a broken bed and wardrobe in the garden. Furthermore, the fence has blown down, so the area is no longer

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secure. n The childminder does not know how to put children and babies to sleep safely. She does not have a secure knowledge and understanding of the latest government safety guidance. This is a significant risk to children's safety. In addition, she is not aware of how to organise the premises to ensure they are suitable for minded children. n The childminder's knowledge and understanding of safeguarding is not secure. She does not have a child protection policy in place. She has not accessed safeguarding training for two years to update her knowledge. She is unaware of her safeguarding responsibilities with regard to the 'Prevent' duty. This lack of knowledge places children at risk of harm. n The childminder fails to keep the relevant information about children. In addition, she is unable to provide records of children's attendance. This is a breach of requirements. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour positively,

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such as, through effective explanations and distractions.

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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

ensure the premises both indoors and outdoors are safe and secure for minded children 22/04/2022

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ensure the premises and equipment are organised in a way that meets children's needs, with particular regard to safe sleeping arrangements 22/04/2022

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implement effective risk assessments to identify potential safety hazards, and take appropriate action to remove or minimise any risks to keep children safe 22/04/2022

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improve knowledge and understanding of the government's statutory 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales' 22/04/2022

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ensure records are kept for each child in your care and these are readily available, including records of attendance. 22/04/2022

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improve knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements for learning and development. 22/04/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY295262 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10120660 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 15 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. She provides care from Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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 the premises and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum would be implemented and the impact that this would have on children's learning.

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Inspection activities

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

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