Childminder EY367028

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 March 2016 11 December 2012

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder is not aware of what action to take if an allegation is made against herself or a member of her household. She has not updated her safeguarding training recently to understand how changing legislation affects her work in keeping children safe from some types of harm.  The childminder is not confident in knowing how to use observations and assessments of children's learning to plan suitable activities for them. Consequently, she cannot explain how she will identify and support children's next steps in learning to help them to progress.  The childminder has started to update her knowledge and understanding through undertaking a recognised childcare qualification.  The childminder maintains a suitable first-aid qualification and has the required insurance. She works with her local authority to find ways to improve her provision for children.  The childminder is aware of activities that help children to be fit and stay healthy. She

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The provision does not meet requirements

explains how playing outdoors and visiting local parks can contribute towards children's good health.  The childminder discusses ways that she can work with parents, such as exchanging information about children's learning.

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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

 improve knowledge of safeguarding requirements, in particular, to put in place a procedure for responding to any allegations against the childminder or member of the household, and understand how to embed new legislation to safeguard children 30/07/2016

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Due Date

 improve knowledge of how to use observations and assessments of children's play and learning, in order to plan suitable activities, supporting them to make progress in their development. 30/07/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the provider how they intend to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the provider will use when caring for children. The inspector observed the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector confirmed there was evidence of the suitability of the provider and household members by looking at the Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY367028 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 1036878 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Leighton Buzzard. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, term time only.

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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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