Childminder in Barnet

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder continues to breach requirements of both the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage' and the requirements of the Childcare Register. She fails to provide a safe, clean and accessible environment for children. For example, kitchen surfaces where meals and snacks are prepared for children are cluttered and unclean. The bathroom facilities are also not hygienic. The required fire blanket is stored away and not easily accessible. The lack of hygiene standards and safety procedures means that children's welfare cannot be assured. n In addition, the childminder does not effectively risk assess her home environment. Therefore, children are not protected from safety hazards in the home. For example, hazardous cleaning materials are within easy reach of children. A heavy iron stored on a low ledge in the bathroom poses a risk to children's safety. Although the childminder says that children do not currently

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use the garden, this was observed to contain a number of hazards. This includes safety risks identified at the previous inspection. n The childminder fails to provide documentation to show how she works in partnership with parents. She is unable to demonstrate that she keeps and maintains all required records, such as children's contracts or accident records. She is unable to provide evidence of her written complaints procedures for parents. The childminder fails to share with Ofsted or parents her childcare qualification or her registration certificate. These breaches were raised with the childminder at her last inspection. n The childminder demonstrates a sufficient understanding of the learning and development requirements and how children learn. Yet, in practice she does not plan an appropriate range of play opportunities for older children who attend. There are insufficient activities or resources for children to explore. This results

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in children asking the childminder for something to do. n The childminder is at times self-reflective and identifies some of the weaknesses in her practice. She demonstrates an understanding of the need to improve. For example, she has developed her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding. She knows the procedures to follow in the event of allegations being raised. She is clear of the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. n Despite significant weaknesses in the childminder's practice, older children who attend demonstrate they are settled and confident in her care. They behave well and respond positively to the childminder's calm and patient approach. Older children follow the childminder's practice as they encourage the childminder's younger children to share and take turns when using colouring pencils. The childminder encourages children to be independent as they enjoy making their

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This provision does not meet requirements

6 November 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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ensure the kitchen is adequately equipped to provide healthy meals, snacks and drinks for children as necessary, there must be suitable facilities for the hygienic preparation of food for children 20/11/2023

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ensure you maintain a written record of accidents or injuries and first-aid treatment 20/11/2023

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ensure the premises are fit for purpose and suitable for the age of children cared for and the activities provided on the premises 20/11/2023

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take all reasonable steps to ensure that children are not exposed to risks 20/11/2023

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ensure records are maintained for each child in your care: full name; date of birth; name and address of every parent and or carer; and their emergency contact details 20/11/2023

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ensure your certificate of registration is available to share with parents, this must be displayed in your setting. 20/11/2023

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ensure you provide evidence of having a minimum level 2 qualification relevant to the childcare provided 20/11/2023

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ensure children have access to appropriate equipment and suitable resources 20/11/2023

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ensure you have a written complaints policy that is shared with parents. 20/11/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY469775 Local authority Barnet Inspection number 10279290 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 1 Date of previous inspection 18 October 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Finchley, in the London Borough of Barnet. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The inspector viewed the premises and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development and how she monitors children's progress. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector viewed available documents, which included the childminder's public liability insurance and paediatric first-aid certificate.

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Inspection activities

6 November 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

6 November 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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