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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Lambeth

Inspected 3 Apr 2024 · published 3 May 2024 · URN EY491179

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  • Inspection date verified

    3 Apr 2024

  • Inspectors verified

    Nelam Pooni

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY491179

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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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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder lacks knowledge of safeguarding procedures and is unable to identify indicators of possible abuse or neglect to a child. This includes what she would do if an allegation was made against herself or somebody working with children. The childminder is not aware of how to report these concerns. This lack of knowledge of safeguarding procedures compromises children's safety. n The childminder has not informed Ofsted of all adults working with children under her care. She has not completed the necessary suitability checks, including training and carrying out an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. n The childminder understands the importance of children leading healthy lifestyles, including having physical play outdoors and access to a healthy diet. She understands how to support children to learn about developing positive self- care routines, such as handwashing. n The childminder has attended training to support her knowledge of assessment

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This provision does not meet requirements

and how to plan appropriate activities for individual learning needs. She has appropriate resources to support children's learning and development. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and others involved in children's development. This is to help provide continuity in children's care and learning. n The childminder understands the importance of developing safe and secure relationships with children to support their emotional well-being and promote a positive attitude to learning. n The childminder has most records and information up to date, such as having public liability insurance and an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification. However, she has not maintained a daily record of children's attendance. n The childminder does not have a secure knowledge about the changes that she must notify to Ofsted, and the timeframe in which to do this in. n The childminder has attended training linked to supporting children's diversity.

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This provision does not meet requirements

This has supported her understanding of how to teach children about the world and communities they live in.

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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

improve knowledge of recognising the signs and symptoms of a child who may be at risk of abuse and neglect 19/04/2024

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Due date

improve understanding of how to manage an allegation made against the childminder or any other person working with or in contact with children 19/04/2024

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ensure all those working with children are suitable and have the required training for the role 19/04/2024

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Due date

ensure all those who are working or have regular contact with children have undergone an enhanced DBS check 19/04/2024

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Due date

ensure a daily record is kept including the names of children being cared for on the premises, their hours, and the child's name 19/04/2024

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Due date

improve your knowledge and understanding of changes that must be notified to Ofsted and the timeframe in which to do this in, in particular regard to adults working with children. 19/04/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491179 Local authority Lambeth Inspection number 10316901 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 8 May 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in the London Borough of Lambeth. The childminder provides care for children Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm all year round, except on public holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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 We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the provider. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her understanding of how to safeguard children and to promote their learning. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. n The inspector looked at documentation relating to the suitability of the childminder, such as her qualification, training and first aid certificate.

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Inspection activities

3 April 2024 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 April 2024 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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