Childminder EY443980

This provision does not meet requirements

n Overall, the childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of the signs and symptoms of child abuse. However, she does not know the procedures to follow if an allegation has been made. The childminder does not keep up to date with the local safeguarding procedures and relevant policy guidance. This means that safeguarding concerns would not be reported in a timely manner and to the appropriate agencies. n The childminder has not kept her knowledge about the registration requirements up to date, including when to notify Ofsted. The childminder does not keep an accurate record of children's attendance. This is a breach of the registration requirements. n The childminder understands child development and how different ages of children learn. She discusses how she will plan, observe and assess children's learning to ensure they make good progress. The childminder explains how she will identify what children need to learn next. She demonstrates how a variety of

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resources can be used to help aid communication and learning. For example, singing nursery rhymes and reading stories with the children. n The childminder understands the importance of developing positive relationships with parents. She plans to collect information from parents about their children's care routines when they first start. The childminder intends to regularly share information with parents and update them about their children's progress. She will liaise with other professionals involved in the children's education and ensure continuity of care and learning. n The childminder explains how she will support children to develop positive behaviour and manage their own feelings. For instance, she plans to act as a positive role model and teach them to share and respect the needs of others in age-appropriate ways. n The childminder recognises how to promote children's well-being, raise their confidence and help prepare them for their move on to school. She plans to help

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children grow in independence and manage tasks for themselves, such as using the toilet and washing their hands independently. n The childminder understands how to support children's good health and emotional well-being. She will help children gain an early awareness of making healthy food choices and provide children with nutritious snacks. The childminder intends to provide daily opportunities for children to be physically active and have access to the outdoors.

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13 August 2025 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

maintain a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures and issues in order to identify and respond to concerns about children in a timely manner, including what to do in the event an allegation is made 10/09/2025

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ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are effectively implemented and are in line with the local safeguarding partners 10/09/2025

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ensure you maintain appropriate skills, knowledge and a clear understanding of your role and responsibilities in order to provide good-quality early years provision 10/09/2025

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ensure a daily record of the names of the children being cared for on the premises and their hours of attendance is maintained. 10/09/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443980 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10394611 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 16 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Deptford, in the London Borough of Lewisham. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6.30pm all year round, excluding bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

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 discussed with the childminder how she meets the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector had a tour of the premises, and viewed the toys and equipment that are available for children to use. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she was meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector sampled documentation, including suitability checks and the safeguarding children's policy and complaints procedure.

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13 August 2025 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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13 August 2025 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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