Childminder EY258859

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 May 2016 14 August 2014

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4

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This provision is inadequate

 The childminder does not maintain a daily record of the names or the hours of attendance of the children being cared for on the premises.  The childminder does not actively make every effort to minimise potential hazards that present a risk to children's health and safety.  The childminder does not have a precise picture of children's development. Assessments of what children can do are not frequent or accurate enough and do not enable her to effectively monitor their progress.  The childminder does not plan challenging activities based on children's individual learning needs and what they need to learn next. She does not consistently use effective teaching strategies to promote children's learning as they play.  The childminder does not fully understand the requirement to complete a progress check for children when they are aged between two and three years.  The childminder is not proactive in identifying and addressing weaknesses in the quality

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This provision is inadequate

of her provision. She relies too much on outside agencies, which inhibits her capacity to maintain improvements.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder is kind and attentive. She has established close relationships with children and their parents. Children feel comfortable in her home.  Children play well together. They learn to take turns, share and be kind and considerate towards each other.

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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

 maintain a daily record of the names and the hours of attendance of the children being cared for on the premises 06/06/2016

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 ensure the premises and equipment are safe and secure; identify risks and remove or minimise potential hazards to ensure children's safety and well-being 06/06/2016

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 complete regular and accurate assessments of children's development to clearly identify and plan for the next steps in their learning, in order to help them make the best possible progress 01/08/2016

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 improve knowledge and understanding of the required progress check for children aged between two and three years; ensure that this is completed in a timely manner and a written summary is shared with parents 01/08/2016

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 improve the quality of teaching by guiding children's learning using strategies that are matched to their stage of development in each area of learning. 01/08/2016

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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Due Date

 improve the evaluation of practice to focus on promoting good outcomes for children and identify key areas for improvement, including professional development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector reviewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living within the home.  The inspector reviewed children's records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

The arrangements for safeguarding are ineffective. The childminder is unclear about what exactly is needed to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. As a result, not all legal requirements are met. The childminder does not maintain records of when children are present. This means she is unable to effectively monitor their attendance. She cannot demonstrate that the required adult-to-child ratios are met at all times. The childminder does not thoroughly check her home prior to children arriving. She does not always take the necessary action to minimise possible risks to children. For example, razors in the bathroom and dog food in the kitchen are left out and pose a hazard to children. The childminder has recently attended safeguarding training. This has improved her knowledge and understanding and helps her to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows how to report any concerns she may have about a child in

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

her care. The childminder listens to advice from outside agencies. She has the necessary guidance and supporting documents in place. However, she has not been proactive in keeping herself up to date with legislation. She does not ensure that she fully understands and implements what is required to maintain and improve the quality of her practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is inadequate

The childminder has some basic knowledge and understanding of how children learn. She talks warmly about the children in her care and knows what they like and what interests them. However, the quality of teaching is erratic. The childminder misses too many opportunities to extend and build on children's learning as they play. Interactions between the childminder and children are sometimes brief and not always meaningful. The childminder has completed some observations and has recently attempted to complete assessments of children's progress. However, the childminder does not have a secure understanding of how to do this effectively, in order to monitor what children need to learn next. Furthermore, she lacks understanding of the required progress check for children aged between two and three years.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Children's welfare is compromised due to weaknesses in safeguarding practice. The childminder gathers sufficient information from parents when children first start. She takes time getting to know the children and meets their care needs effectively. The childminder offers a home-from-home environment and has a flexible and welcoming approach to the service she provides. The childminder works with parents to provide a balance of meals and snacks. Children have daily opportunities for outdoor play, either in the childminder's garden or nearby parks and recreational areas. The childminder regularly takes children to local groups, where they meet and play with other children. This contributes to their social skills and gaining an awareness of others. The childminder occasionally encourages children to do things for themselves to support their independence. However, weaknesses in assessment, planning and teaching mean that this is not consistent. Consequently,

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

children are not making consistently good progress in developing their personal and self- help skills.

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Outcomes for children are inadequate

The childminder does not have an accurate understanding of children's progress or learning. She does not effectively plan for their next steps in learning and the quality of her teaching is inconsistent, although they are making some progress in relation to their starting points. However, they are not developing the key skills in readiness for their next steps in learning effectively. Children are happy and content in the childminder's care and show secure attachments with her. They receive constant praise, which increases their confidence and self-esteem.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY258859 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1044065 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 18

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Fleckney, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, 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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