Childminder in Leeds

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 September 2017 11 January 2017

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has a very poor understanding of child protection and changes to safeguarding guidance. She does not know the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against any person living or working on her premises.  The childminder does not ensure that people looking after children are suitable to fulfil the requirements of their role. She does not make sure that assistants who have sole care of children have a first-aid certificate.  The childminder does not complete adequate risk assessments to identify hazards to children or ensure suitable facilities for the hygienic preparation of food.  The childminder does not ensure that confidential information and records about children are held securely or that they are available for inspection.  The childminder does not maintain a record of children's attendance or keep information about each child, such as the name and address of parents.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has an adequate understanding of the learning and development requirements. She explains she would observe children and plan suitable activities.

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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

The provision is inadequate and Ofsted intends to take enforcement action

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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

 improve understanding of child protection and current guidance, and implement effective policies and procedures to keep children safe 25/09/2017

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 ensure that people looking after children are suitable to fulfil the requirements of their role 25/09/2017

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 ensure that assistants who are left in sole charge of children have an appropriate first-aid certificate 25/09/2017

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 gain a better understanding of the procedures for reporting allegations of abuse to the relevant agencies, in line with Local Safeguarding Children Board guidance 25/09/2017

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 take all reasonable steps to ensure children are not exposed to risks and the premises are fit for purpose 25/09/2017

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 ensure there are suitable facilities for the hygienic preparation of food 25/09/2017

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 ensure records kept are easily accessible and available to those who have a right or professional need to see them 25/09/2017

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 keep a daily record of the names of the children being cared for on the premises and their hours of attendance 25/09/2017

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 keep a record of the following information for each child cared for: full name; date of birth; name and address of every parent and/or carer known to the provider and information about any other person who has parental responsibility for the child; which parent and/or carer the child normally lives with; and emergency contact details for parents and/or carers. 25/09/2017

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Due Date

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 develop a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which a parent makes in writing or by email. 25/09/2017

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Inspection activities

 We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the provider.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY268600 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 1112731 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 January 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Bramley, Leeds. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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