Childminder in Leicester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 April 2016 22 January 2015

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has limited understanding about child protection issues. She lacks understanding of the procedures to follow and who to contact if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. She has not considered the safe use of mobile phones or cameras as part of robust safeguarding procedures.  The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She knows how to assess children's ability and progress. She recognises how to plan a range of activities that covers all areas of learning.  The premises are securely maintained. The childminder has appropriate risk assessment procedures and safety equipment in place. She understands the importance of making sure the areas children will use, are safe for them to play in.  The childminder has a reasonable understanding of how to promote children's good health. She explains how she would encourage outdoor physical play, healthy eating

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The provision does not meet requirements

habits and effective hygiene procedures.  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.  The childminder understands the need to evaluate her provision and ensure continuous improvement.  The childminder explains how she will make sure that children are made aware of expectations for behaviour. She understands the importance of helping children to consider the feelings of others.

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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

 devise and implement a safeguarding procedure, in line with the guidelines of the Local Safeguarding Children Board which includes 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 or cameras. 30/05/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she delivers the early years educational programme.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her procedures for safeguarding children. The inspector checked essential documentation, including, suitability checks for people living at the premises, policies, procedures and registers.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding.  The inspector sampled relevant documentation that the childminder will use to support children's learning and development and assess their progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 226789 Local authority Leicester City Inspection number 1004684 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 22 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1991 and lives in Evington, Leicester. 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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