Childminder in Lambeth

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder lacks understanding of her legal responsibilities. She has not provided Ofsted with necessary information for household members aged 16 years or over in a timely way to ensure that their suitability can be checked. In addition, the childminder has not ensured that she has kept her first-aid certificate up to date. This is a breach of statutory requirements. n The childminder does not demonstrate an understanding of how to identify risks that are present in the home. For example, domestic chemicals are easily accessible and the battery in the smoke detector requires changing. n The childminder does not have public liability insurance in place to cover the premises from which she will provide childcare. This is a requirement of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder does not have a secure knowledge of the the early years foundation stage and the seven areas of learning. For example, through

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discussion, she is not clear about what she wants children to learn while in her care. The childminder cannot discuss clearly the kinds of activities she would provide that are appropriate to children's age and stage of development. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She explains how she will provide parents with daily feedback. The childminder discusses how she will work with parents to identify what children know and what they can do when they start at her setting. She describes how she will use this information to inform her planning. n The childminder completes training to keep her knowledge of safeguarding issues up to date. She is able to describe the possible signs that may indicate a child is at risk. The childminder knows where to report any concerns she may have about a child's safety. She understands what to do in the event of an allegation being made against her or a family member.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of obtaining written consent from parents before administering medication to children. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to complete a written summary of children's progress when they are aged between two and three years old and share these with parents. n The childminder knows how to support children to develop an understanding of the behaviour expected of them, including respect for diversity. n The childminder recognises the importance of children receiving fresh air and exercise. She talks about taking children to the local parks and the physical activities they will do.

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This provision does not meet requirements

10 January 2023 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 that Ofsted is provided with the information required for persons aged 16 years or over in the household in a timely manner to enable suitability checks to be carried out 24/01/2023

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maintain a valid paediatric first-aid certificate 24/01/2023

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improve understanding of how to take reasonable steps to ensure that children are not exposed to risks 24/01/2023

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Due date

obtain public liability insurance to cover the premises from which childcare is provided 24/01/2023

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Due date

develop a secure knowledge of the early years foundation stage and the areas of learning and development. 24/01/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2591018 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10251238 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 3 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 2020. She lives in the London Borough of Lambeth. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, expect for public holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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 their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector considered the suitability of the premises for children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder regarding safeguarding. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder organises her provision and the aims for the curriculum.

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Inspection activities

10 January 2023 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

10 January 2023 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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