Childminder EY244071

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 October 2017 3 January 2017

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 Requires improvement Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This provision is inadequate

 The childminder does not make a quick and effective decision about what action to take when a child is injured, which puts children's health at risk.  The childminder does not know to notify Ofsted of significant events in a timely manner.  The childminder does not ensure there is a first-aid kit available while on outings, which compromises children's health.  The childminder does not ensure children are adequately supervised, which has an impact on their safety.  The childminder does not maintain children's safety at all times, or carry out risk assessments. Children are at risk of dangers, specifically on outings, as hazards are not identified.  The childminder does not work well enough with parents to ensure they are fully informed of matters involving their children, including any accidents or injuries, or asked to complete the relevant records.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder establishes warm, caring relationships with the children, who show they are happy and independent.  The childminder carries out observations and assessments to identify any gaps in children's development. Children make adequate progress in their learning overall.

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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 swift and decisive action is taken when children have a serious accident, and that child protection agencies are informed, to ensure children's well-being 30/10/2017

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 develop an understanding of when to notify Ofsted of a significant event 30/10/2017

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 make sure a first-aid kit is available on outings, to manage any accidents and ensure children's care 30/10/2017

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 make sure children are adequately supervised to ensure their safety at all times and maintain their well-being 30/10/2017

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 ensure risk assessments are carried out on outings and that any dangers to children are identified 30/10/2017

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 ensure parents are kept informed and updated about their children and that they are asked to complete relevant records 30/10/2017

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 ensure there is a written record of complaints and the outcomes. 30/10/2017

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

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 use self-evaluation effectively to identify breaches in requirements and target key aspects of practice to rapidly improve outcomes for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspection was carried out as part of the risk assessment process.  The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. The inspector observed children engaged in activities and the childminder's interactions with them.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including children's details, learning records, insurance certificates and other relevant documentation.  The inspector looked at the parts of the house used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed children's play with the childminder and discussed children's learning and progress.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

Safeguarding is ineffective. The childminder does not make a quick and effective decision about what action to take when a child is injured, which has a major impact on their health and well-being. The childminder does not know to notify Ofsted of significant events in a timely manner. She does not ensure there is a first-aid kit available while she is on outings, which means she cannot manage any accidents effectively. She does, however, carry parents' contact details with her. The childminder does not ensure children are adequately supervised on outings, which has an impact on their safety. The childminder does not know to inform local child protection agencies of any serious accidents or injuries. The childminder does not maintain children's safety at all times, or carry out risk assessments. She places children at risk, specifically on outings, because hazards are not identified. The childminder does not ensure parents are fully informed of

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

any accidents or injuries, or ask them to complete the relevant records in a timely manner. The childminder understands the signs that may mean a child is at risk of abuse and how to follow reporting requirements. Although the actions from the previous inspection have been met, the childminder's self-evaluation does not effectively identify all areas for improvement. The quality of the provision has not improved and there are now different breaches in requirements that place children at risk. The childminder does not develop her professional practice, which has a negative impact on children's care and learning. She does not keep a record of complaints and their outcomes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder's quality of teaching is not consistently strong. The childminder does not make effective use of a range of ways to engage and challenge children through her interactions with them. She helps children to develop their physical skills and their hand and finger movements adequately. For example, children enjoy fixing small-world toys together. The childminder supports children's knowledge of the world sufficiently. For example, children enjoy playing with transport toys to create their own imaginary environments.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

The weaknesses in safeguarding put children at risk. The childminder manages children's behaviour appropriately. Children behave well and understand the consequences of their behaviour. They know to share and take turns. The childminder supports children's understanding of the wider world. For example, children learn about different cultural festivals.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Children's progress is adequate overall, but not good enough to fully prepare them for their move on to school. However, children communicate well with the childminder and follow instructions. They enjoy naming the colours and makes of the toy cars they play with as they develop their interests.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY244071 Local authority Waltham Forest Inspection number 1114934 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 3 January 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Upper Walthamstow, in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. She cares for children from Monday to Friday throughout most of the year.

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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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