Childminder in Milton Keynes

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 December 2017 14 April 2015

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a lack of capacity to improve and has not addressed the actions raised at her last inspection. She does not have a secure knowledge of safeguarding matters. She lacks knowledge of the reporting procedures and wider aspects of safeguarding.  The childminder employs adults who are unknown to Ofsted. She has not provided Ofsted with the required information to enable them to carry out suitability checks.  The childminder does not maintain the required records for each child that is looked after on the premises, to support children's welfare.  The childminder does not understand how to involve and exchange information with parents and other providers to support the learning and care needs of children.  The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's physical development.

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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

We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to:

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Due Date

 gain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and safeguarding legislation 08/01/2018

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Due Date

 improve knowledge and understanding of the signs of possible abuse and neglect so that any concerns can be responded to in a timely and appropriate way 08/01/2018

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 have regard to the 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales 2015' and to be able to notify agencies with statutory responsibilities, without delay 08/01/2018

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 provide the necessary information to Ofsted regarding all persons over the age of 16 years who work with children, so that the required suitability checks can be carried out 08/01/2018

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Due Date

 obtain information about each child cared for: full name, date of birth, name and address of every parent and/or carer which is known, which parent(s) and or carer(s) the child normally lives with and emergency contact details for parents and/or carers 08/01/2018

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Due Date

 develop an effective two-way flow of information with parents and others involved in children's care to support their learning. 08/01/2018

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Due Date

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

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Due Date

 implement written procedures for recording and acting on any complaints which a parent makes, in writing or by email. 08/01/2018

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the childminder's documentation.  The inspector viewed all areas used by children in the childminder's home.  The inspector discussed how the childminder implements the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she evaluates and improves her service.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY395082 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 1112950 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 April 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Tinkers Bridge, close to the centre of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. The childminder offers full-time care, including before- and after-school hours, and overnight where prior arrangements are in place.

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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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