Childminder in Bexley

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is in breach of several requirements under the Statutory framework of the early years foundation stage (EYFS). The childminder lacks a clear understanding of child protection procedures. For example, he does know the correct procedures to follow if an allegation is made against him or a household member. In addition, the childminder has a limited understanding of the changes and events that Ofsted need to be informed. These weaknesses compromise children's safety. n The childminder lacks an understanding of the EYFS requirement to administer medication to children. In addition, he has an inaccurate understanding of the number of children that he can care for at any given time. These breaches do not support children's welfare and well-being. n The childminder has a weak understanding of how to support young children to learn to self-regulate and behave appropriately. He has a limited knowledge and

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This provision does not meet requirements

understanding of how to identify and support children who may have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). These breaches mean that the childminder may not be able to meet all children's needs and support their attitudes to learning. n The childminder does not have an in-depth understanding of the way young children learn. He is not clear about how to plan learning experiences which are relevant to children's ages and stages of development. The childminder's understanding of assessment, including the progress check at age two is weak. As such, he may be not able to identify and address any gaps in children's development and learning swiftly. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing healthy snacks and opportunities for daily outdoor play to help support children's physical well- being.

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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

8 May 2025 gain an accurate understanding of the procedures to follow if an allegation is made 02/06/2025

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ensure the requirement for administering medication is clearly understood and implemented accordingly 02/06/2025

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have an accurate understanding of the ratio requirements 02/06/2025

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develop a clear knowledge and understanding of how to support children's self-regulation and behaviour 02/06/2025

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take steps to develop knowledge and understanding of how to identify and support children who may have SEND 02/06/2025

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develop an understanding of the way children learn, including how to plan for children's learning and provide a well- sequenced curriculum to help them make good progress 02/06/2025

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develop a clear understanding of assessments, including the progress check at age two, in order to identify and address any developmental delays swiftly. 02/06/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477393 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10401444 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 3 Date of previous inspection 11 February 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. He lives in Thamesmead in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder offers a service from 8am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder delivers their early years provision, including how to plan for children's learning. n The inspector and the childminder discussed safeguarding arrangements at the setting, including procedures in place to safeguard children's welfare. n The childminder showed the inspector areas of the home used for childminding and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation, such as paediatric first-aid qualification and children's attendance records on request.

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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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