Childminder 105057

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 June 2017 1 May 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

 The childminder has not informed Ofsted of all adults who have access to children. Consequently, not all checks have not been carried out to determine suitability of these adults. This compromises children’s safety and welfare.  The childminder does not arrange indoor resources and equipment in a way that meets children’s needs effectively or ensure their safety. For example, trays are placed in walk ways which means children need to walk through the toys to access another activity.  The childminder does not always ask a range of questions that supports children’s abilities to think for themselves.

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It has the following strengths

 Children settle quickly in the childminder’s care and they demonstrate secure attachments. The childminder forms relationships with them so they are confident. Children use the childminder for reassurance when they are worried.  The childminder uses spontaneous opportunities to support children’s learning. For example, she draws children's attention to a windmill spinning in the wind and talks about how fast it moves around. This helps children to understand more about the world they live in.  Children bounce safely on a trampoline and ride scooters with coordination in the garden. They strengthen their small hand muscles by using chalk and popping bubbles. As a result, children’s physical skills are developing.

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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

 notify Ofsted of all adults who have access to children so they are fully vetted to be suitable 21/07/2017

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Due Date

 ensure the arrangement of indoor equipment and resources ensures children's safety and meets their needs, with particular reference to the playroom. 21/07/2017

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Due Date

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

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Due Date

 develop further the range of techniques used to encourage the way children express what they are thinking.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home accessed by children and observed play and learning opportunities.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records, policies and procedures with the childminder, including evidence of qualifications and the suitability of all adults living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written surveys obtained by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

Arrangements for safeguarding are not effective. The childminder uses an assistant who has not been checked by Ofsted to establish if they are suitable to work with children. This person has been allowed to work alone with children. The childminder has made sure the assistant has current training in first aid. Despite the breaches in registration requirements the childminder has sufficient safeguarding knowledge. She can clearly explain the signs and symptoms of possible abuse and neglect and how to refer these to the appropriate agencies. The childminder is aware of the benefits of working with other professionals and early years providers to support children. Overall, partnerships with parents and others are satisfactory. The childminder has identified opportunities to update her knowledge and practise. This includes attending training courses.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder’s childcare qualifications helps her to have a good understanding of child development and how children learn. When children begin attending she gathers information from the parents about what they can already do and know. She plans activities and supports children well so that they continue to learn. This means children make good progress. The childminder listens carefully and responds to babies’ sounds and gestures. For example, they play peek-a-boo repeatedly. The childminder introduces new words and phrases while she is playing with children. This helps them with their emerging language skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Children’s welfare is not safeguarded because of the breaches in the safeguarding and welfare requirements. Furthermore, while there is plenty of resources, these are not arranged adequately. This means children are not always accessing toys safely. Children behave well. This is because the childminder speaks to them about why some behaviour is unacceptable. The childminder praises and encourages the children which boosts their self-esteem. Children are caring towards one another and share feelings. For example, older children gently cuddle the babies. The childminder follows appropriate hygiene procedures. Children are beginning to learn about a healthy diet and lifestyle. The childminder has improved the safety of the garden equipment. This supports children to understand how to keep themselves safe when outdoors. The childminder shares vital information with parents to keep them fully informed about children’s needs.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points in learning. They are independent and confident learners. Children develop secure communication and social skills in preparation for pre-school and school. The childminder gives babies lots of opportunity to practise their new physical skills such, as walking. She exposes children to a range of mathematical ideas throughout play. For example, while drawing around their hands, children learn to count their fingers accurately.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 105057 Local authority Luton Inspection number 1077936 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 7

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Telephone number

The childminder has been registered since 1994 and is registered on the early years register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the childcare register. She lives in Luton, Bedfordshire. The childminder provides care Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm throughout the year except for family holidays. She holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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