Childminder 117397

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 January 2018 17 June 2014

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has not kept her knowledge of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register requirements up to date, leading to several breaches. She has not updated her knowledge of safeguarding for some years. She does not have a good enough understanding of potential signs and symptoms of abuse, and is not aware of the 'Prevent' duty guidance to protect children from harm.  The childminder does not understand how to maintain children's safety when they use the internet, to prevent them from accessing inappropriate material.  The childminder does not have a written complaints procedure, as required on the Childcare Register, to inform parents about what they need to do if they have a concern about their children's care or her conduct.  The childminder is familiar with how to support children's progress and development. She understands how to observe, plan and assess their skills, and how to provide

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The provision does not meet requirements

continual challenge to help them prepare for school.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents so they work together to support children through their stages of learning.

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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

 update knowledge and safeguarding policies to identify all potential signs and symptoms that may indicate children's welfare is at risk and the steps to take in the event of a concern 26/02/2018

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 improve knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty guidance and how to protect children from developing extreme views 26/02/2018

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 introduce and maintain effective procedures to keep children safe from potentially harmful online dangers 29/01/2018

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Due Date

 have a written procedure to follow in the event of a complaint being made and share this with parents. 29/01/2018

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements.  The inspector had a tour of the parts of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector sampled a range of documents, including the childminder's training certificates and registration certificate.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 117397 Local authority Plymouth Inspection number 1082280 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 7 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 June 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Plymouth, Devon. She offers care every day from 7am until 6pm, all year round.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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