Childminder 250881

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 April 2016 20 December 2012

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder demonstrates an awareness of the signs and symptoms of abuse, which enables her to recognise when a child is at risk. However, she is not sure about the process to follow if she has a concern, in order to protect children's well-being.  The childminder does not have a procedure for dealing with the concerns and complaints made by parents. In addition, she does not have a written complaints procedure, to meet the requirements of the Childcare Register.  Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved her knowledge and understanding of how to promote children's learning. She demonstrates an awareness of the importance of identifying where children are in their learning. She understands her role in supporting their progress and achievements.  The childminder understands the need to check children's progress. She has documentation in place to monitor their learning and development across the seven

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The provision does not meet requirements

areas of learning.  The childminder demonstrates an awareness of how to support children to develop positive relationships with her. She understands the importance of offering an inclusive service and promoting children's enjoyment of being in her setting.  Toys are stored so that they are accessible to children, supporting and enabling them to choose what they want to play with. The childminder is aware that this helps to support children's independence and sense of belonging.  The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She describes how she encourages parents to share what they know about their child and the methods used to keep them informed about their child's day.

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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 appropriate action to take if there is a safeguarding concern about a child 30/04/2016

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Due Date

 establish a procedure for dealing with complaints and concerns from parents 30/04/2016

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Due Date

 put in place a written statement of the procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register. 30/04/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder about the service that she provides.  The inspector checked the suitability of the rooms used for childminding.  The inspector looked at written documentation and a selection of policies.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 250881 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1036954 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 7 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991. She operates all year round from 7am 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

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

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Telephone number

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