Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 April 2018 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not hold a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. She does not have an up-to-date knowledge of how to manage minor accidents or emergencies.  The childminder is clear in her role and responsibility towards safeguarding and child protection. She understands the importance of managing any welfare concerns, including how to report any concerns to the correct agencies.  The childminder knows how to provide enjoyable learning experiences to help children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder demonstrates how she will support children to develop an understanding of behavioural expectations. She describes how age-appropriate strategies will be used to help children understand simple rules and boundaries.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and involving them in their children's learning.  The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice and understands how to

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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

 complete and maintain an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification. 27/04/2018

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.  The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises that will be used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her processes for the evaluation of her work.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495837 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1035342 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Edgbaston. She operates during term time from 7am to 8.30am and 3pm to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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