Childminder 225160

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 March 2016 28 July 2014

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has failed to maintain a current paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder has limited knowledge of child protection issues. She lacks understanding of the procedures to follow should concerns arise about a child. She does not know who to contact if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. She has not considered the safe use of mobile phones and cameras as part of robust safeguarding procedures.  The childminder does not have an up-to-date knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She has a limited understanding of how to observe and assess children's development. She lacks knowledge and understanding of the requirement for carrying out a progress check for children between the ages of two and three years.  The premises are securely maintained. The childminder has appropriate risk assessment procedures and safety equipment in place.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's good health.

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The provision does not meet requirements

She understands the importance of providing children with exercise and rest, effective personal hygiene routines and healthy eating.  The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of working in partnership with parents and other providers. She talks about the reasons for sharing information about children's learning and care and how she would support children's transitions to school.

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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

 complete a paediatric first-aid training course 02/05/2016  devise and implement a safeguarding procedure, in line with the guidelines of the Local Safeguarding Children Board which includes what to do if there was a concern about a child, the action to be taken in the event of an allegation being made against a member of the household and the use of mobile phones and cameras 31/03/2016

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Due Date

 update knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements, in order to fully understand how to implement planned, purposeful play 31/05/2016

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Due Date

 improve knowledge of assessing children's progress, including the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years. 31/05/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding, knowledge and procedures for safeguarding children.  The inspector discussed and reviewed the childminder's policies, procedures and risk assessments. She also checked the childminder's qualifications and suitability to work with children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 225160 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 995174 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 28 July 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Loughborough, Leicestershire. She operates all year round, from 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday except for 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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