Childminder in Kensington and Chelsea

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have up-to-date knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She lacks a clear understanding about the seven areas of learning and therefore cannot explain how she intends to deliver a full and varied curriculum. She showed she has a selection of toys and resources and discussed how she would set these up in her home to encourage children to play. n The childminder does not hold a valid paediatric first aid certificate. This means that children's welfare cannot be assured in the event of a medical emergency or accident. n The childminder does not hold appropriate public liability insurance, as required. n The childminder lacks understanding of the appropriate and safe sleeping arrangements for babies, and this puts this young age group at risk. n The childminder has not kept up to date with relevant training to support her ongoing professional development, and therefore, there has been a decline in

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her knowledge since registration. n The childminder understands the importance of children having access to fresh air and exercise. She described how she would plan daily visits to the local parks to enable children to run around and play on the playground equipment. The childminder plans to offer children a home-cooked lunch and healthy snacks to promote healthy eating. n The childminder has a suitable awareness of safeguarding. She is aware of signs and symptoms that may raise concerns about a child's welfare and understands the procedures to report any concerns in order to protect children. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's positive behaviour. She describes how she would encourage children to share toys and be kind to each other. n The childminder is aware of working with parents. She discussed how she would keep them up to date with their child's progress on a daily basis.

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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 your knowledge of the early years foundation stage learning and development requirements 20/03/2025

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Due date

complete a relevant paediatric first aid certified course 20/02/2025

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Due date

obtain appropriate public liability insurance 20/02/2025

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Due date

improve your knowledge of safe sleeping arrangements for babies in line with the latest government guidelines 20/02/2025

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Due date

access relevant training to ensure you have a clear and up to date understanding of your role and responsibilities. 20/03/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2682257 Local authority Kensington and Chelsea Inspection number 10368613 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 2022. She lives in the Kensal Road area in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The childminder offers care on weekdays, from 8am to 6pm, all year, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that children will use and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the learning and development requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector the toys and resources she will use.

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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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