Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 March 2016 10 December 2012

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The provision does not meet requirements

 Although the childminder notified Ofsted of adults living on the premises she has not completed the procedures in a timely manner. She has not ensured that relevant information is shared so that all checks can be processed promptly.  The childminder does not ensure reasonable steps are taken to minimise potential hazards. For example, cleaning materials and toiletries are stored within children's reach and pose a risk to their safety.  The childminder does not ensure that records are available for some children to ensure there is detailed information about their care needs.  The childminder lacks understanding of the ways in which children learn. She has limited knowledge of the areas of learning. The childminder she does not know how to plan effectively to meet children's individual needs and help them make good progress.  The childminder has an adequate understanding of safeguarding. She is informed about

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The provision does not meet requirements

the procedures to follow if she has concerns about children in her care.  The childminder works well with parents. She has regular discussions about children's individual needs and how these can be met. She understands how to provide balanced meals and promote children's physical health with opportunities for exercise, rest or sleep and appropriate hygiene procedures.  The childminder provides a welcoming environment with a wide range of age- appropriate resources that is stored within children's reach.  The childminder is aware of the importance of evaluating her provision and making improvements to her practice.

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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 and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 provide Ofsted with relevant information about persons aged over 16 living on the premises so that full suitability checks can be completed 11/03/2016

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Due Date

 carry out rigorous risk assessments to ensure potential hazards are minimised or removed 11/03/2016

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Due Date

 ensure information records are maintained for each child and include emergency contact details for parents and carers 11/03/2016

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Due Date

 develop knowledge and understanding of how children learn and ensure they are provided with stimulating, challenging experiences that help them make good progress. 29/03/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at those parts of the childminder's home used for the care of children. The inspector looked at resources and equipment available for children's use.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the educational programmes. The inspector discussed how the childminder intends to observe, assess and plan for children's learning.  The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including procedures, information for parents and the self-evaluation form.  The inspector checked evidence of adults living on the premises, and the childminder's qualifications.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY347922 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1037010 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in the Saltley area of Birmingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, including bank holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She receives funding for early years education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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