Childminder in Suffolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 September 2016 22 November 2012

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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 Good 2

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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 is not up to date with current guidance from the Local Safeguarding Children Board on the procedure to follow if she had a concern about a child. She is not aware of recent changes to safeguarding legislation including awareness of the indicators that children are at risk of being exposed to extreme views.  The childminder is not aware of the need to consider the use of mobile phones and cameras. She is not confident about the action to take in the event of an allegation of abuse being made against herself or others in the household. Her safeguarding policies and procedures do not cover these aspects and parents are not given this information.  The childminder has failed to inform Ofsted of changes to persons living in the household. This is with regard to a family member moving out.  The childminder does not keep a daily record of children's names and the hours that they attend.

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This provision is inadequate

 There are hazards evident in the garden that is used by children. The childminder has identified these but has not taken action to address the issues which include broken fencing, discarded equipment, garden debris and nettles.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder works closely with parents to share relevant information about children's learning and development.  The childminder has formed positive relationships with the children. They feel secure and settle quickly.  The childminder provides a wide range of resources that she uses well to promote children's learning successfully.

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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 a secure knowledge and understanding of the up-to-date procedures for identifying and reporting concerns of abuse and neglect to the relevant agencies, in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board 14/10/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that safeguarding procedures cover the use of mobile phones and cameras and also the action to be taken in the event of an allegation being made against a household member and make parents aware of these procedures 14/10/2016

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Due Date

 keep a daily record of the names of each child and the hours that they attend the setting 14/10/2016

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Due Date

 ensure the outdoor area is safe for children to access and that risk assessments are used effectively to identify, minimise and remove hazards. 14/10/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and procedures and evidence of children's learning.  The inspector took account the views of parents as provided in documentation.  The inspector checked the evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other persons over the age of 16 years living at the property.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

Safeguarding is not effective. The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted when a member of the family moved out of the home. While this has minimal direct impact on children's welfare, it demonstrates the childminder's weak knowledge and understanding of her role and responsibilities. The childminder's garden has some hazards that place children at risk of injury or danger from unauthorised entry. The broken fencing does not provide a secure boundary to the premises and there is discarded equipment evident among the weeds and nettles. The childminder's knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues is weak. She is unaware of the procedures to follow in reporting a concern about the welfare of a child in her care or reporting an allegation of abuse made against herself or a member of the household. Parents are not informed of these processes as policies and procedures do not reflect current legislation or follow the Local Safeguarding Children

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

Board guidance. There is also no information regarding the use of mobile phones and cameras in the setting. Furthermore, the childminder does not understand importance of keeping a record of children's names and hours of attendance and is, therefore, unable to successfully monitor their attendance in relation to safeguarding matters. The childminder does not accurately reflect on her provision to identify weaknesses in practice and act upon these accordingly. However, the indoor environment is safe and secure and the childminder has taken action to keep the family's dogs separate from children at all times. She has kept her first-aid training up to date and is aware of how to encourage healthy eating and regular exercise. The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning. She provides a broad range of activities in a homely indoor environment. The childminder plans activities based on children's interests and current levels of development, using information that she discusses with parents. The childminder ensures that the activities promote all areas of learning. The childminder observes children to assess their level of development, using relevant guidance to monitor their progress. The childminder demonstrates she is skilled at interacting with children. She sensitively communicates with very young children to promote good initial communication skills. She talks knowledgeably about how she builds on this with older children she cares for, developing their language skills through strategies, such as conversation and the use of stories. The childminder works with parents to establish children's individual needs and level of development when

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

they first attend the setting. Parents are pleased with the care that their children receive. The childminder shares relevant information with other professionals to promote continuity of learning between settings.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Children's safety and welfare are compromised as a result of the childminder's weak knowledge of safeguarding and not undertaking robust risk assessments. The hazards in the garden impede children's ability to use the space effectively in safety. That said, the childminder has strategies in place for promoting children's self-esteem and self- confidence. She offers well-earned praise and encouragement and celebrates their achievements. The childminder promotes positive behaviour and understands the importance of ensuring that children feel valued. The childminder is very adaptive to children's needs and has formed secure relationships with them. She responds well to the cues of very young children and babies, identifying their feelings and emotions and helping them to settle quickly. Children learn how to cross the road safely when going on outings.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children acquire good communication and language skills. They enjoy exploring the different activities and demonstrate that they feel emotionally secure. Younger children gain confidence and independence. Older children have recently moved on to full-time school having gained the skills and knowledge to help them in the next stage of their education.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446013 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1060174 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 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 22 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Bury St Edmunds. She operates Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round, 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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