Childminder EY475839

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 June 2016 Not applicable

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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 have a valid paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder's lack of knowledge of the requirements means that she is not aware of the need to have and implement a safeguarding policy that is in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures.  The childminder does not maintain a daily record to confirm the hours of children's attendance.  The childminder does not have a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She does not understand the process of observing children, in order to assess their individual levels of development and plan effectively to address any gaps in their learning.  The childminder does not gather information from parents about what children have already achieved before they start. Furthermore, she has not developed ways to ensure parents are informed about the ongoing progress their children make, including ways to

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This provision is inadequate

continue their children's learning at home.  The childminder's evaluation of her practice is not accurate. She does not identify areas for improvement, such as the range of resources available. She has not ensured that she is meeting legal requirements to further develop her practice and provision.

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It has the following strengths

 Children appear settled and form an emotional bond with the childminder, who displays warmth and affection.

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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

 ensure that a current paediatric first-aid certificate is held 20/07/2016  devise and implement a safeguarding policy that is in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures 13/07/2016

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 ensure an accurate record is maintained of the hours of children's attendance 06/07/2016

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 implement a system of observation and assessment of children's development to effectively provide an account of what progress they are making and to inform planning that meets their individual needs 20/07/2016

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 improve the information that is gathered from parents to identify what children already know and can do when they first start and ensure parents are informed about the ongoing progress their children make, including ways to enhance their learning at home 20/07/2016

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 improve the range of resources so that children have an enjoyable and challenging experience in all areas of learning and development. 20/07/2016

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

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 devise and implement a well-targeted plan to prioritise areas identified for improvement, address where requirements are not being met and improve the overall quality of the provision.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed children's records and other documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and looked at a selection of policies and procedures, including safeguarding.  The inspector observed the childminder playing and interacting with the children.  The inspector took account of the views of parents.  The inspector viewed the premises, toys and equipment.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

The childminder has insufficient knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. This has resulted in multiple welfare requirements being breached, including some which compromise children's safety and well-being. Safeguarding is not effective. The childminder does not have a valid first-aid certificate. She does not maintain an accurate record of children's attendance. Furthermore, the childminder does not have a safeguarding policy in place that follows the procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board. However, she can explain the signs and symptoms she would look out for to identify possible abuse. The childminder shares policies and procedures with parents when children start and daily discussions focus on information about care routines. However, information is not exchanged to ensure parents are aware of the progress their children make, including ways to extend their learning at home. The

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

childminder does not evaluate her practice, identify areas for improvement or assess the overall effectiveness of the whole provision. Therefore, she is unable to make sure that all requirements are met.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is inadequate

The childminder has a poor knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. This limits the effectiveness of her teaching and learning. She does not make observations of children or assess and check their progress. Consequently, gaps in children's development are not identified. The childminder engages with children as they play. She helps them to build with blocks and uses some relevant teaching techniques to support children's language skills. For example, she names different coloured blocks and encourages the child to repeat the word. However, the teaching is ineffective overall and the resources available are minimal. This results in children not being adequately challenged to achieve their full potential.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Children's safety and well-being are compromised. The childminder does not have the up- to-date knowledge and skills to deal with any minor injuries a child may sustain. Children's welfare is not protected because the childminder does not know the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures to follow or have the relevant numbers to contact. The childminder has links with parents and they state that they are happy with the care the childminder provides for their children. She shows interest during her interactions with children and demonstrates sufficient levels of engagement as she joins in with their play. They appear happy and settled and form a secure, emotional bond with the childminder. For example, they sit on her knee and contently read books together. The childminder acts as a good role model and promotes positive behaviour. She praises children's efforts and contributions that they make. This helps develop children's self-confidence. Children

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

have opportunities to be active through daily visits to the park, which helps support their physical development. Children eat a range of healthy foods, have continual access to water and milk and follow appropriate hygiene practices. This, generally, supports children in leading a healthy lifestyle.

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Outcomes for children are inadequate

Children do not make sufficient progress, as they are not always engaged in stimulating learning experiences. Their progress is not monitored. Therefore, areas which children may need additional support in are not identified. Children have a limited range of toys to choose from and they do not cover all the areas of learning. Children's attention is easily distracted because they lack motivation and interest in some of the toys offered to them. Overall, children are not well prepared with skills that will support them for their future learning, such as school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475839 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 979196 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in the Aigbuth area of Liverpool. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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