Childminder in Wakefield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 August 2015 3 May 2011

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Good 2 The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not have a robust and up-to-date knowledge of the learning and development requirements. This limits her ability to ensure children make good progress.  The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She is fully aware of the signs of abuse and her duty to report any child protection concerns to the appropriate agencies. In addition, she has completed safeguarding training and has a safeguarding policy and procedure.  The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's emotional well- being when they are settling into a new environment. She understands about providing children with healthy food and ensuring they have active experiences to develop their physical skills.  The childminder understands the importance of maintaining records about all aspects of the provision. She understands the importance of carrying out risk assessments of her

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The provision does not meet requirements

home and for any outings. The childminder demonstrates through discussion that she would know what action to take in the event of an emergency.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She uses a variety of communication methods to inform parents and carers of children's routines and activities that they participate in.  The childminder has an understanding of reflecting on strengths and areas for improvement, and attending training, demonstrating a capacity to improve.

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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 of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, in order to fully understand how to implement planned, purposeful play that takes account of children's individual needs.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a tour of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector discussed safeguarding arrangements and reviewed a selection of policies, procedures and other documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and professional qualification of the childminder, and other training, such as her paediatric first-aid certificate.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 321751 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 868726 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 18

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and lives in Wakefield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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