Childminder EY359391

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 May 2016 21 August 2014

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has a limited capacity to improve. He has not taken sufficient action to address all of the weaknesses identified at the last inspection. He has also failed to inform Ofsted of two significant events which have affected the arrangements for childminding.  The childminder has again failed to obtain and maintain a current first-aid certificate.  The areas of the premises used for childminding purposes are not safe or secure. A folded treadmill is sited behind a settee where children's toys are stored and the front door is not secured. The childminder is unable to demonstrate how to identify and minimise hazards to children, particularly when assisting the co-childminder with children on the premises.  The childminder lacks an awareness of supervising children appropriately in order to maintain their safety and welfare. Records of children's daily attendance have not been maintained accurately. They do not indicate the specific hours when children have been

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The provision does not meet requirements

cared for or who was caring for them. This is particularly relevant when the childminder is working as an assistant to his co-childminder.  The childminder has little understanding of the learning and development requirements or how children learn effectively. He does not understand how to observe and assess children's progress. This has an impact on his ability to promote children's learning. In addition, he is unable to support children in preparation for future learning and school.  The childminder shows a basic awareness of the known signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and is able to refer to the co-childminder's policy and procedures in order to report concerns.

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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

We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to:

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Due Date

 complete a paediatric first-aid training course that is relevant to caring for babies and children and ensure that a current first-aid certificate is maintained at all times 24/06/2016

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 ensure that children are adequately supervised, keeping them within sight or hearing at all times 24/06/2016

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 maintain a daily record of the names of the children being cared for on the premises, their hours of attendance and who is caring for them at the time 24/06/2016

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 take all reasonable steps to ensure that children are not exposed to risks, undertaking robust and rigorous assessments to identify, minimise and remove hazards to children on the premises. 24/06/2016

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To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage the provider must:

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 gain knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements in order to plan an educational programme that promotes the seven areas of learning for all children 24/06/2016

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 implement an effective system for assessment that reflects each child's age and stage of development and informs accurate planning for their next steps based on their individual needs and interests. 24/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how he intends to deliver the educational programme for children and undertake assessment of their development.  The inspector looked at documentation the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked the evidence of suitability of the childminder, members of his household and the assistant.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY359391 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1051363 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 registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Hockley, Essex. He operates all year round from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. He works with another childminder and an assistant.

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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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