Childminder in Leicester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 January 2015 21 September 2011

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has an appropriate policy and procedure regarding safeguarding children within her setting. However, children are not fully protected from harm. The childminder does not understand who to contact should she have a concern regarding a child's welfare. She does not understand what significant events she should notify Ofsted of. This is also a breach of the Childcare Register.  The childminder has variable understanding of the learning and development requirements, including the different ways children learn. This has an impact on her ability to promote children's learning across each of the seven areas of learning or to carry out effective assessments and planning to meet each child's individual needs.  The childminder holds pubic liability insurance and has a current first-aid certificate. This supports children's welfare in the event of accidents and minor injuries.  The childminder demonstrates through discussion, appropriate knowledge of gathering

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The provision does not meet requirements

information from parents when a child begins to attend the setting. She understands the importance of working in partnership with parents.  The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of appropriate behaviour management strategies and has written policies to inform parents. This helps to ensure children learn about the expectations of good behaviour.

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The provision does not meet requirements

There were no children 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 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 improve knowledge and understanding of the procedure to follow should there be a concern for a child's welfare, in terms of liaising with local statutory children's services agencies and with the Local Safeguarding Children's Board  improve knowledge of the requirements relating to changes that Ofsted must be notified of with specific regard to any change in the persons aged 16 years of older living or working on the childminding premises  update knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, in order to consider the individual needs, interests and stage of development of each child using this information to plan a challenging and enjoyable experience for each child in all areas of learning and development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 inform Ofsted of changes to circumstances as soon as possible (no later than 14 days after the change occurs) (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure procedures to safeguard children from abuse or neglect is known and understood (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  inform Ofsted of changes to circumstances as soon as possible (no later than 14 days after the change occurs) (voluntary part of the Childcare Register)  ensure procedures to safeguard children from abuse or neglect is known and understood (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she delivers the early years educational programme.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her procedures for safeguarding children.  The inspector checked essential documentation, including policies, procedures and registers.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all members of the household and discussed self-evaluation.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 226789 Local authority Leicester City Inspection number 876453 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 September 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991 and lives in Evington, Leicester. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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