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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY357706

Inspected 3 May 2016 · URN EY357706

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Summary

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  • Inspection date verified

    3 May 2016

  • Inspectors verified

    Christine Armstrong

  • Early years verified

    Met

  • Overall effectiveness verified

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder Report

  • URN verified

    EY357706

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  • OverallNot met
  • Early yearsMet

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

Tone of the report

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−20Mixedmore positive than 58% of reports of this type graded Not met
OutstandingGoodMetRINot metInadequate

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Praisepositivelyindependentsafesecure
Criticismconcernsunclearnot effective

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FindingsWhat needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical
  • Findings9w0
  • What needs to improve365w−20

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No standout praise found.

Concerns

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No strong criticism found.

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Pages
4
Words of findings
366
about usual (typical 401)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 46, typical 46
Average sentence
16 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
Hedged sentences
0%
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 45%About the inspection 54%

Full report text

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 May 2016 19 July 2012

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not have enough understanding of the learning and development requirements. She is not familiar enough with the seven areas of learning. She is unclear about how to use observations to assess children's development and plan for their next steps in learning.  The childminder does not undertake effective self-evaluation and improvement planning to make sure she meets all requirements.  The parts of the premises to be used for childcare purposes are very welcoming. The childminder has a suitable range of resources to support children's independent play.  The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She knows how to undertake risk assessments to identify and minimise hazards in the home and on outings. She has a current first-aid certificate and public liability insurance.  The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to work in partnership with parents and identify children's individual care needs. She understands how to help

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The provision does not meet requirements

children to settle into her setting and how to manage their behaviour positively. She has suitable plans in place to promote healthy eating and provide daily outdoor play.  The childminder attends regular safeguarding training and she has a very secure understanding of child protection procedures. She knows she must report any concerns she may have about the welfare of children.  The childminder understands the requirement to notify Ofsted of any changes and to keep a daily record of children's attendance.

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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 the provider must:

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Due Date

 develop knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements to be able, to use this knowledge to plan challenging activities that promote children's progress across all areas of learning. 29/07/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had in-depth discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare, and learning and development.  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 looked at suitability checks, and the policies and documents that the childminder will use when caring for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY357706 Local authority Sandwell Inspection number 1042080 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 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 19 July 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007, and lives in Smethwick. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family and bank 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

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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