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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Bexley

Inspected 12 Jan 2023 · published 9 Feb 2023 · URN EY307322

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  • Inspection date verified

    12 Jan 2023

  • Inspectors verified

    Josephine Afful

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY307322

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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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−53Criticalmore positive than 23% of reports of this type graded Not met
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  • Findings6w−50
  • What needs to improve396w−47

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Flesch 39, typical 46
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Full report text

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder fails to meet all requirements under the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage (EYFS). She has allowed her paediatric first-aid qualification to expire. In addition, the childminder does not monitor the quality of the provision and her practice effectively to enable her to identify areas to improve. The quality of the provision continues to decline. n The childminder has a weak understanding of risk assessment. She is unable to identify all risks in the home and take swift action to eliminate or reduce them to help keep children safe. This action was raised at her last inspection, which shows that the childminder has limited capacity to improve. n The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm and knows the correct reporting procedures. In addition, she understands her responsibilities to prevent children from exposure to

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This provision does not meet requirements

extremist views and behaviour. n The childminder understands how to provide enjoyable learning experiences across the seven areas of learning and development. She understands the importance of carrying out regular assessment of children's learning and planning effectively to build on what children already know. n The childminder understands the importance of setting clear boundaries and expectations for behaviour, to help children learn what behaviour is acceptable and what is not.

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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 a valid paediatric first-aid qualification at all times 26/01/2023

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Due date

12 January 2023 implement robust monitoring systems to identify weaknesses in the provision and undertake effective continuous professional development to help address gaps in your practice, and to ensure that all requirements under the early years foundation stage framework (EYFS) are met 26/01/2023

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Due date

improve understanding of the requirements for risk assessment, so that risks within the home are identified and managed, to promote the safety of and well-being of children. 26/01/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY307322 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10238955 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 3 Date of previous inspection 10 February 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Slade Green, in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder offers a flexible service most parts of the year.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector assessed the childminder's knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n A tour of the premises was conducted by the inspector and the childminder. They held discussions about how the childminder plans to provide an ambitious and inclusive curriculum. n A range of documents, such as the childminder's suitability checks and qualifications, were viewed by the inspector.

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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

12 January 2023 12 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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Inspection activities

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Inspection activities

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Inspection activities

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