Childminder 128028

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 April 2016 21 September 2011

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has not kept up to date with revisions to the Early Years Foundation Stage. Consequently, she has insufficient knowledge of the learning and development requirements. This has an impact on her ability to be able to promote children's development across all the areas of learning.  The premises and garden are not safe, secure, clean or fit for purpose. Since the last inspection, the childminder has moved and there is currently extensive building work being carried out at her new home. Building materials and tools are easily accessible and pose a risk to children. The childminder's understanding of risk assessment is insufficient.  Not all the required documentation is available for inspection. The childminder is unable to provide evidence of her public liability insurance or her registration certificate.  The experienced childminder has a suitable understanding of safeguarding procedures

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The provision does not meet requirements

and can explain the signs and symptoms of abuse. She holds a current first-aid qualification so can deal with accidents and emergency situations.  The childminder understands the importance of managing children's behaviour in a positive and age-appropriate manner.  The childminder understands how to promote healthy lifestyles. She discusses the importance of providing children with a choice of healthy meals and snacks, as well as a range of opportunities for fresh air and exercise.  The childminder is familiar with how to use ongoing observational assessments to monitor children's progress.  The childminder provides an inclusive service. She knows to work in partnership with parents, nurseries and schools to find out children's individual starting points and support continuity in their learning and care needs.  The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice to continually improve the service she provides.

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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

 develop knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, in order to be able to support children to make good progress across all areas of learning 04/07/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that the premises are safe, secure, clean and fit for purpose 04/10/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that risk assessment is effective and take steps to minimise any risks to the health or safety of children 04/10/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that records are easily accessible and available for inspection. This refers to providing information about public liability insurance and displaying the certificate of registration. 04/07/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector checked the childcare premises.  The inspector viewed the childminder's first-aid certificate.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she monitors her provision and develops partnerships with parents and other professionals.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 128028 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1036794 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 21 September 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Heybridge, Essex. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and 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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