Childminder EY488374

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 January 2017 13 September 2016

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has not ensured that all persons who live on the premises are known to Ofsted or have completed an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check. This is also a breach of the requirements of the Childcare Register.  The childminder is unable to demonstrate a secure understanding of the seven areas of learning. This has an impact on her ability to be able to ensure children make good progress in their learning and development and are ready for school.  Since the last inspection, the childminder has undertaken training to improve her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures. She is aware of the different types of abuse and is clear of the action she would need to take should she have concerns about a child in her care.  The childminder understands her responsibility to promote children's health and well-

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The provision does not meet requirements

being. She has public liability insurance in place and she and her assistant hold a valid first-aid qualification to ensure they can manage any minor accidents that may occur.  The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of supporting children to behave appropriately, for example, learning to share and take turns, being kind to one another and showing mutual respect.  The childminder understands how to work in partnership with parents and other providers to ensure children's learning and care needs are met.  The childminder is able to clearly explain how she manages risks around the home and when on outings.

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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

 develop knowledge and understanding of the seven areas of learning and the different ways that children learn, in order to support them to make the best possible progress in their learning and development and to develop skills in preparation for school 15/02/2017

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Due Date

 ensure that all persons living on the premises are known to Ofsted and complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check. 18/01/2017

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are used when caring for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the provider their evaluation procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications and discussed with the childminder her arrangements for self-evaluation and improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488374 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1074205 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 September 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2015 and lives in Leicester. She operates her provision all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with 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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