Childminder in Doncaster

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 July 2015 8 October 2008

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is inadequate

 The childminder has a poor understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the learning and development requirements.  The childminder does not understand the correct procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child or an adult. She does not know the procedures to follow should an allegation be made against her or her family.  The childminder does not understand her responsibility for completing the required progress check for children between the ages of two and three years.  The childminder does not use the information she gathers about children's development to plan effectively for their future learning.  Partnerships with other providers are not established to ensure information about children's learning and development is regularly shared.  The childminder does not obtain written permission from parents for each medicine that is administered to children.  The childminder does not fully support children's understanding of good hygiene or

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This provision is inadequate

promote their developing independence in personal care routines.  The childminder does not have a good understanding of the weaknesses in her practice. She does not access regular training to improve her knowledge and skills.

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It has the following strengths

 Children demonstrate affectionate relationships with the childminder.

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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

 take prompt and effective action to improve understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the learning and development requirements  develop understanding of the procedures to follow if there are concerns about a child or an adult, or if an allegation of abuse is made against a member of the household  obtain written permission from parents to administer each medicine to children  develop a good understanding of the progress check for children aged between two and three years, and the importance of it being shared with parents and other professionals  take into account the individual needs, interests and stage of development of each child, to plan a challenging and enjoyable experience for each child that helps them to make good progress in all areas of learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 develop effective partnerships with all other settings that children attend to make sure information about children's progress is shared and continuity in children's learning is promoted  support children's understanding of good hygiene and their developing independence in personal care  develop a system to identify weaknesses in the provision and take all opportunities to improve practice.

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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

 keep a record of parents' consent to administer each and every medication given to a child (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (voluntary part of the Childcare Register)  keep a record of parents' consent to administer each and every medication given to a child (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, discussed planning, and looked at a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is inadequate

The childminder obtains information about children's abilities from parents when children enter her care. She observes children's progress and finds out what their interests are. However, the childminder does not use the information she collects to inform her planning. As a result, educational programmes do not target children's individual needs and challenges for children are sometimes too difficult. This has a negative impact on their confidence and self-esteem and they are not motivated to learn. This means the childminder does not help children to make good progress. The childminder is not aware of her responsibility for completing the required progress check for children between the ages of two and three years. This means that parents are not provided with a written summary of their children's progress. Consequently, the childminder does not ensure that gaps in children's learning are accurately identified. Partnerships with all other settings

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who attend. This is inadequate

children attend are not established. This means information about children's development is not shared to support continuity in their learning. The childminder provides a suitable range of resources that reflect children's interests, such as writing materials and books. The childminder shares stories with children and encourages them to share their thoughts by describing what they see in pictures. She helps children to make links to their experiences at home. For example, the childminder talks about going to a restaurant to eat. This promotes discussion and supports children's understanding of spoken and written language. As a result, children develop some basic skills in preparation for school.

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inadequate

The childminder does not obtain written permission from parents to administer medication to children. Consequently, children's safety and welfare are not maintained at all times. The childminder does not promote consistency in personal care routines, such as toilet training. For example, young children who use the toilet at home use the potty while in her care. She does not help children to gain a thorough understanding of how to maintain their well-being through good hygiene. For example, the childminder does not always encourage children to wash their hands after using a potty, or before eating snacks. This also means children's independence in self-care is not promoted in preparation for the eventual move to nursery school. The childminder conducts risk assessments to identify hazards in the setting and during outings. This helps to ensure the physical environment is safe for children to play in. Children enjoy outdoor play in the fresh air most days. The

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inadequate

childminder teaches children to share and be kind. They build relationships with other children, which helps to prepare them emotionally for the larger social environment of school.

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provision is inadequate

The childminder's understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements is inadequate. This means her knowledge is not sufficient to fulfil her role and responsibilities. The childminder demonstrates an adequate understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. This means she can identify if a child might be at risk from harm or abuse. However, the childminder does not know the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child, or an adult. The childminder does not know which professionals to notify should an allegation be made against her, or a member of her family. Therefore, children's safety and welfare is not promoted at all times. Planning is not effective to support children's good progress in all areas of learning. The childminder has not taken suitable action to address weaknesses identified at previous inspections. The childminder actively seeks the views of parents and children. However, she is not

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provision is inadequate

aware of the weaknesses of her provision and the impact that these have on the children in her care. Therefore, the childminder does not identify where improvements are needed. The childminder does not use professional development opportunities, such as further training, to develop her knowledge and skills. As a result, she has not maintained a good standard of care and learning for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 317910 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 865131 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 October 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in the Armthorpe area of Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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