Childminder in Liverpool

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 September 2017 1 November 2016

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not ensure that the safeguarding policy and procedure is in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She does not know what to do should an allegation be made against herself or a member of her family.  The childminder does not understand how to use information from assessments of children's learning. She does not demonstrate a suitable understanding of how to plan activities that will follow children's interests or what they need to learn next.  The childminder understands the importance of working with parents. She is aware of the need to share information with them to provide consistency of care.  The childminder explains how she will provide an inclusive service and manage children's behaviour.  The childminder reflects on her practice and develops her service through training. She knows how to gain help and advice to make ongoing improvements.

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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

 ensure that the safeguarding policy and procedure is in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board and includes the action to be taken in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a member of the household 25/10/2017

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Due Date

 develop an understanding of how to use information from assessments of children's learning to plan activities that will follow children's interests and what they need to learn next. 25/10/2017

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Inspection activities

 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 self-evaluation and improvement plans with the childminder. She also discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises intended to be used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other members of her household.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the systems she has in place to keep children safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY230741 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 1107567 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 1 November 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She operates from 7.30am to 5.15pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.

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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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