Childminder in Bexley

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not ensure that she meets all statutory requirements. She does not understand how to identify and minimise risks to any children that she may care for. For example, she has not identified several hazards in the home, including trailing leads, cleaning solutions and sprays that are not stored safely. n The childminder recognises the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm or neglect. She knows how to report any concerns about their well-being. However, she does not understand the correct procedure to follow should an allegation be made against her or another household member. n The childminder does not check that appropriate fire detection and control equipment is in place or in working order, as required. In addition, she has allowed her paediatric first-aid training to lapse. This means she does not have an up-to-date understanding of how to respond to a medical emergency.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She knows how to plan and provide a curriculum that is sequenced to help children practise and learn new skills. She also understands how to assess children's progress from when they start, to plan the next stages in their learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents to share information and involve them in their children's learning. She understands how to work with other professionals and to ensure that her service is inclusive to meet children's individual needs.

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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

take reasonable steps to identify and minimise risks within the home to ensure the safety of any children who may be cared for 14/04/2023

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Due date

30 March 2023 improve understanding of safeguarding procedures, in particular the procedure to follow in the event of any allegations of abuse 14/04/2023

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ensure that appropriate fire detection and control equipment is in place and is in working order 14/04/2023

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Due date

obtain and maintain paediatric first-aid training to be able to respond appropriately to a medical emergency 14/04/2023

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ensure that a written policy to safeguard children from abuse or neglect is in place as required 14/04/2023

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Due date

ensure that a written complaints policy is in place as required. 14/04/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2597420 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10263405 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in Erith, in the London Borough of Bexley. She normally cares for children after school on most weekdays throughout the year. She 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that would be used for childminding. n The inspector sampled documentation, including the childminder's qualifications. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she would organise her home to help children play and learn. n The inspector checked the childminder's knowledge and understanding of how to meet statutory requirements.

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Inspection activities

30 March 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

30 March 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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