Childminder in Milton KeynesOfsted inspection, 26 Aug 2015

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 August 2015 30 October 2008

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Met 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 does not have knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements, and her teaching skills are limited. Therefore, children do not make good progress towards the early learning goals.  The childminder does not effectively observe or assess children's progress to plan for their steps in learning or to narrow any possible gaps in their learning. She does not complete the required progress checks for children aged two years.  The childminder does not have effective arrangements to involve parents in their children's learning.  The childminder is not consistent in the management of children's behaviour and, at times, this has a negative impact on their learning experiences.  The childminder does not maintain an up-to-date written child protection statement as required to comply with the Childcare Register.  The childminder does not keep up to date with relevant information, evaluate and

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This provision is inadequate

accurately identify what she needs to do to improve outcomes for children.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder is kind and caring towards the children.  Despite the lack of a written statement, the childminder has a secure understanding of child protection issues and she knows the possible signs of abuse and the necessary procedures to follow if she has concerns.

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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

 gain knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements, and develop effective teaching methods to support children to make progress towards the early learning goals  carry out the required progress check for two-year-old children and provide their parents with a written summary of their child's development in the prime areas of learning  observe and consider the stage of development of each child and use this information to plan a challenging and enjoyable experiences in all of the areas of learning and development  engage parents in their child's continuous learning to ensure that individual needs are identified and met  ensure that behaviour management is consistent and aimed at helping children to learn what is expected of them and how to manage their own behaviour.

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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

 make better use of accurate ongoing self-evaluation to identify areas for improvement to ensure that all requirements are met and to promote better outcomes for children.

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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

 implement an up-to-date written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  implement an up-to-date 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).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home, inside and in the garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records and planning, and discussed the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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who attend. This is inadequate

The childminder does not meet the educational needs of the children because she does not understand the early learning goals or guidance to support her to deliver this. The childminder is not aware of the need to plan and assess the children's learning and development. This means that no systems are in place to monitor the children's progress and plan for their next steps for learning. Some activities are too easy for children and do not promote their independence. Other activities are too difficult; leading to children getting bored and little learning takes place. However, the childminder uses some mathematical language when playing with children and offers regular activities that effectively promote their physical development. Overall, children's progress is limited and they are not well prepared for moving on to the next stage of their education.

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inadequate

The childminder does not always handle children's behaviour well or explain what is expected of them. At times, children's behaviour deteriorates because they are bored, or because the childminder gives too much direction during some activities. Children generally learn appropriate manners and welcome the encouragement and praise they receive from the childminder. They follow suitable hygiene practices and keep themselves safe, for example, as they practise the emergency evacuation procedure. Children enjoy fresh air and exercise as they play in the garden and at the park. The childminder has suitable systems for medication administration and the recording of accidents.

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provision is inadequate

The childminder is not effective in meeting children's all-round needs. She has not attended training or taken action to ensure that her knowledge of the learning and development requirements is up to date. This demonstrates little capacity to improve. The childminder undertakes some self-evaluation. However, this is not focused sufficiently on teaching, monitoring and assessment to identify areas for further improvement and to securely improve outcomes for children. The childminder does not plan sufficiently to promote children's learning or assess their progress. Furthermore, she is not aware of her responsibility to carry out the progress check for children aged two years. Consequently, the monitoring of children's progress is poor. This impacts on the childminder's ability to involve parents in their children's continuous learning. The childminder generally has a greater understanding of her responsibility to meet the safeguarding and welfare needs of

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY368158 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 797803 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 October 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Downs Barn, Milton Keynes. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday, during term-time and in school 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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