Childminder 224477

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 July 2016 30 July 2014

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has not made the required improvements since the last inspection. She has failed to obtain and maintain a record of children's date of birth and parental responsibility for older children.  The childminder does not hold a valid paediatric first-aid qualification.  The childminder has a basic knowledge of the learning and development requirements. However, she lacks understanding of the requirement to carry out a progress check for children aged between two and three years and how to involve parents in this process.  The childminder knows how to promote children's emotional well-being. She understands how to help children settle and how to manage their behaviour appropriately.  Although she does not have the written statement required to meet the requirements of the Childcare Register, the childminder has a suitable knowledge of child protection. She knows the correct procedures to follow should a concern arise about any child's

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The provision does not meet requirements

welfare and understands the possible signs of abuse.  The childminder has assessed areas of her home, such as the garden, and made a decision that they will not be used by minded children until she has minimised or removed the identified hazards.

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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

 gain knowledge and understanding of how to carry out the required progress check for children aged between two and three years in order to ensure that this is completed as part of effective assessment arrangements and that parents are provided with a short written summary of their child's progress 19/08/2016

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Due Date

 obtain and maintain a current paediatric first-aid qualification 19/08/2016  implement and keep a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children in line with the guidance and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board 19/08/2016

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Due Date

 maintain a record of the date of birth of each child who is looked after on the premises. 19/08/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed parts of the premises she plans to use when caring for children. She looked at and discussed the resources and equipment available for children's use.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver educational programmes for children.  The inspector checked the suitability of those living in the household.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 224477 Local authority Stoke on Trent Inspection number 985667 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 7 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 July 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Stoke-on-Trent. She operates during school term time from 3.15pm until 5.30pm on 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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