Childminder in Warwickshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 February 2017 20 March 2013

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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

 Children's welfare is compromised. The childminder has poor knowledge of safeguarding issues, including current government advice and guidance.  The childminder has poor understanding of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care. She does not have clear procedures for safe use of mobile phones and cameras in her setting.  The childminder does not ensure her assistant is clear about his role and responsibilities to safeguard children. The assistant has poor understanding of the signs of abuse or neglect, and of the procedures to follow if he has any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder does not have robust procedures in place to ensure her assistant receives support to improve his knowledge and skills to fulfil his role.  The childminder does not provide parents with details about her safeguarding policies and procedures.  The childminder does not give children enough opportunities to demonstrate their

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This provision is inadequate

understanding and share what they know. At times, she is too quick to answer the questions she asks before they have had time to respond.  The childminder does not use self-evaluation effectively to identify and address weaknesses.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder plans a good range of activities and experiences that helps children make progress in their learning. Children make independent choices in their play and are motivated to learn.  Children behave well. The childminder helps them to learn how to share and take turns.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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 ensure that safeguarding policy and procedures are in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board and include clear information about the use of mobile phones and cameras in the setting 28/02/2017

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 develop knowledge and understanding of all current child protection issues and safeguarding legislation in order to fully understand how to successfully protect children from concerns that may occur in their life at home and elsewhere 28/02/2017

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 ensure that the all persons working with children have a robust understanding of safeguarding issues and the signs that indicate a child could be at risk of harm, including any advice or guidance issued by the government 28/02/2017

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 ensure parents are made aware of the safeguarding policy and the procedures that will be followed to protect the welfare of children 28/02/2017

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 ensure effective methods for supervision are in place to offer support, coaching and training for staff working with children so that they have the knowledge and skills required to fulfil their roles effectively. 28/02/2017

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

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 give children the opportunity and the time that they need to process their thoughts and respond with their answers  develop a thorough process of self-evaluation to help identify weaknesses and ways to improve the quality of practice.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding and the toys and resources available. She observed activities and reviewed the quality of teaching.  The inspector looked at a range of documents and discussed the childminder's self- evaluation.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of all adults living and working on the premises.  The inspector carried out an evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

Safeguarding is not effective. The childminder and her assistant do not have a secure knowledge of child protection issues. They are unfamiliar with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and recent government guidance. Their knowledge of the types of abuse and neglect and current safeguarding legislation is poor. Therefore, they are unable to protect children from all possible types of harm at home or elsewhere. The childminder has not made sure that parents know about her safeguarding policy and procedures. The childminder does not have an accurate overview of the quality of the provision. She does not set clear targets to drive forward effective improvements to raise standards. The childminder does not make sure her assistant has the knowledge and skills required to effectively fulfil his role and responsibilities. The childminder has an overview of the progress children make. She has completed the required progress check for children

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

between two- and three-years-old. This helps to ensure that children receive the support they need to catch up. Parents comment that they are pleased with how quickly their children have settled in their new environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers information from parents and uses her observations of children to plan for the next steps in their learning. The childminder sits with children, encouraging them to have a go and try things for themselves. Children competently follow instructions as they make playdough. They learn the names of the ingredients that they use, such as salt and flour. Children successfully learn to use different tools, such as a cutter and rolling pin, and they develop good hand-to-eye coordination skills. The childminder talks to children and they enjoy singing nursery rhymes. This helps children to successfully learn new words and extend their vocabulary. Children enjoy looking at photographs from their outdoor adventures in the community. The childminder reminds them of these experiences, helping children to consolidate their learning. She shares information with parents about the progress children make. Parents are aware of how they can guide their

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Weaknesses in leadership and management mean that children's welfare is not assured. The childminder and her assistant lack the knowledge needed about safeguarding to protect children. Nevertheless, children's social and emotional well-being are suitably promoted. The childminder gets to know children and their families well. She keeps accurate records about children with information about their care needs. The childminder and her assistant interact warmly with children. They encourage them to participate in activities and praise their efforts. Children enjoy outings, such as visits to parks and soft- play areas. They benefit from regular exercise and learn about being healthy.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. They eagerly take on new challenges and know when to ask for support. Children have many opportunities to develop their imagination and creative skills. They are sociable and enjoy interacting with others. Children make good progress in their learning. They are developing the key skills needed for the next stage in their learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 201573 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 1063642 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 20 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1974. She lives in Bedworth, Warwickshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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