Childminder, Out-of school day care in West Berkshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 February 2018 18 November 2014

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder is not meeting all requirements for the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register. For example, she does not record children's hours of attendance, she does not have written parental permission for administering medication and her contracts do not have all mandatory information, such as who has parental responsibility for each child.  The childminder is not aware of the requirement to provide parents with a written summary of their child's development when a child is aged between two and three years. However, she understands the importance of observing and tracking children's all-round learning to show their progress.  The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour and is confident in the procedures to follow to protect children's welfare.  The childminder recognises the importance of good partnerships with parents and other professionals involved in children's care, to promote continuity in their care and

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The provision does not meet requirements

learning.  The childminder has successfully addressed the recommendations raised at the last inspection, which shows a commitment to drive improvement.

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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 the daily record of attendance contains the names of the children being cared for on the premises and their actual hours of attendance 07/03/2018

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 ensure sufficient information is held about each child, including information about who has parental responsibility for them 07/03/2018

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 implement an effective policy and procedures for administering medicines to children that include obtaining prior written consent for administering any medication; and ensure that up-to-date information is gathered about a child's ongoing need for medicines to meet their particular medical requirements 07/03/2018

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Due Date

 improve knowledge and understanding of the required process for undertaking written progress checks for children aged between two and three years. 07/03/2018

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed statutory requirements with the childminder to check her knowledge.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector sampled documentation, including the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her practice and plans for improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY224961 Local authority West Berkshire (Newbury) Inspection number 1070451 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives near the centre of Newbury, in Berkshire. She offers care Monday to Friday, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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