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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Smith, Fatou

Inspected 9 May 2024 · published 10 Jun 2024 · URN EY463234

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  • Inspection date verified

    9 May 2024

  • Inspectors verified

    Olivia Awolola

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY463234

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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−6Mixedmore positive than 25% of reports of this type graded Met
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Praiseengagingpositiveeffectively
Criticismnot metconcerns

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FindingsWhat needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical
  • Findings6w−50
  • What needs to improve431w+23

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Pages
5
Words of findings
430
about usual (typical 350)
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Hard
Flesch 45, typical 47
Average sentence
17 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
Hedged sentences
0%
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 51%About the inspection 48%

Full report text

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates she knows her responsibilities to safeguard children. She knows the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to contact the relevant safeguarding agencies with concerns she has about a child's welfare. In addition, she understands the importance of completing training to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. n The childminder knows how to find out what children already know and can do. She describes how she would use this information to plan activities that will help children progress towards their next steps in learning. She explains how she will share this with parents and work in close partnership with them to support children's learning at home. n The childminder describes how she will provide age-appropriate activities for children. She demonstrates an understanding of how these activities can be used to promote children's development across their areas of learning. For

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This provision meets requirements

example, she intends to encourage babies' early movement by engaging them in floor play involving reaching for toys. The childminder intends to provide plenty of opportunities for children to be active. She describes how she will take children outdoors for daily play opportunities at her local park and playgroup. n The childminder knows how to promote children's good conduct and behaviour. She describes how she encourage children's turn taking, kindness and ability to share with others. The childminder describes how she would role model positive play and interactions, so children learn the difference between desirable and undesirable behaviour. n Through discussion, the childminder describes the importance of children developing their independence and confidence. She explains how she will plan exciting activities based on children's interests and needs. For example, she talks about how she will plan activities that are linked to children's interests, such as

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This provision meets requirements

dinosaurs and vehicles. n The childminder understands the importance of professional development and keeping her knowledge up to date through training. She explains how specific courses will help her effectively promote children's readiness for school. Additionally, she actively seeks advice and support from the local authority to enhance her practice.

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This provision meets 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY463234 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10238984 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 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 11 March 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Bermondsey, in the London Borough of Southwark. The childminder works on weekdays from 8am to 6pm, all year round. She holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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 reviewed documents. These included relevant policies and evidence of the childminder's professional development. n The childminder and inspector discussed educational programmes and safeguarding issues. n The inspector viewed the different areas of the childminder's home and discussed her risk assessment measures to ensure children's safety.

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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

9 May 2024 9 May 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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