Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder in Southwark
Summary
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- Inspection date verified
3 Jul 2023
- Inspectors verified
Geetha Ramesh
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Not met
- Previous overall verified
Not met
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY298597
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Grade profile
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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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Reads more critically than most reports of this type graded Not met.
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- The childminder does not demonstrate an understanding of how to identify and minimise risks to children's safety. p.2
- Repeated weaknesses in the safeguarding and welfare requirements have a significant impact on children's safety and well- being. p.2
- The childminder has a weak knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. p.2
- She does not demonstrate an understanding of how to plan a curriculum that meets children's needs and supports their progress. p.2
- The childminder does not have a clear understanding of the requirement to complete the progress check for children aged two years old. p.2
- She does not understand the importance of assessing children's progress in the prime areas of their learning to identify and plan for any additional needs. p.2
- The childminder has not taken sufficient action to address previous weaknesses. p.2
- The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to identify and refer p.2
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- Pages
- 6
- Words of findings
- 375
- about usual (typical 401)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 43, typical 46
- Average sentence
- 18 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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Full report text
Not met (enforcement)
Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)
p.1
This provision does not meet requirements
n The childminder does not demonstrate an understanding of how to identify and minimise risks to children's safety. Repeated weaknesses in the safeguarding and welfare requirements have a significant impact on children's safety and well- being. n The childminder has a weak knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She does not demonstrate an understanding of how to plan a curriculum that meets children's needs and supports their progress. n The childminder does not have a clear understanding of the requirement to complete the progress check for children aged two years old. She does not understand the importance of assessing children's progress in the prime areas of their learning to identify and plan for any additional needs. n Self-evaluation is weak. The childminder has not taken sufficient action to address previous weaknesses. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to identify and refer
p.2
This provision does not meet requirements
concerns for children's welfare and the procedures to follow in the event of an allegation. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates an understanding of a positive approach to behaviour management. She plans to work in partnerships with parents in this regard. n The childminder plans to provide opportunities for children to build on their physical skills.
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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.
p.2
Due date
ensure that risk assessments are effective to minimise or remove any risks to children's safety. 19/07/2023
p.2
Due date
improve knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage and to plan challenging and enjoyable experiences for children in all areas of their learning 19/07/2023
p.3
Due date
improve understanding of the requirement to complete progress checks for children aged two, including the importance of assessing children's progress in the prime areas of their learning. 19/07/2023
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Setting details
Unique reference number EY298597 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10258318 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 22 August 2022
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Walworth, in the London Borough of Southwark. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday.
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Inspection activities
n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector viewed the premises and discussed how the childminder ensures they are safe and suitable. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including suitability checks for household members. n The childminder and the inspector had discussions about the childminder's plans for delivering the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder and assessed the effectiveness of self-evaluation and improvement action.
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Inspection activities
3 July 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
3 July 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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