Childminder EY540112

Inspection date 1 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Inadequate 4 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is inadequate

n The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of changes to the people living in the house. As a result, Ofsted has not been able to carry out checks to ensure that all people living or working on the premises are suitable. n The childminder does not accurately record children's attendance. n The childminder does not ensure robust risk assessments are in place. She does not take all reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised persons from entering the premises.

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It has the following strengths

n Children develop secure, friendly relationships with the childminder and other children. n The childminder knows the children well and routinely assesses and monitors their development. She provides a wide range of activities to help children make good progress in their learning. n The childminder has daily discussions with parents about children's care and daily activities, and encourages their input into children's learning. Parents state they are confident and happy with the care provided.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date supply the relevant information to Ofsted about changes to people aged 16 and over who live on the premises, in order for Ofsted to carry out the necessary suitability checks 15/08/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that the daily record of the names of children being cared for on the premises includes their hours of attendance 15/08/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that access to the premises is secure; this relates to the home and rear garden access. 15/08/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n This inspection was carried out as part of a risk assessment process, following information received by Ofsted. n The inspector viewed documentation, including children's learning journeys and information about the progress and the suitability of everyone living at the premises. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at suitable times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

Safeguarding is not effective. The childminder does not ensure that unauthorised persons are prevented from gaining access to children's play areas. For instance, the front door is not kept locked, a fence panel in the rear garden is missing and the gate to the driveway is left open. The childminder has not notified Ofsted that her adult son has moved back into the property. However, she is able to identify the possible signs of abuse and has a suitable knowledge of how to report any concerns about the welfare of the child. The childminder records the names of the children she cares for each day, enabling her to monitor their attendance. However, she does not include the hours they attend, as required. Nevertheless, the correct adult-to-child ratios are maintained. The childminder attends mandatory training, such as first aid. This means she has the knowledge to administer first aid for children in the event of an emergency.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses spontaneous opportunities effectively to promote children's learning. For instance, they help to unpack a new toy, count how many batteries are required and help to fit them. They learn to use a screwdriver to tighten the cover. This helps them develop their mathematical and physical skills and understanding of how things work. Children concentrate as they float objects in water. They listen and follow instructions as the childminder shows them how to move the water to propel the objects. Children use their imagination well as they create their own games with small- world toys. Dinosaurs are a particular favourite. Children eagerly impart their rich knowledge of different dinosaurs to the childminder and their friends.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Weaknesses in leadership and management mean that the children's welfare is not assured. Nevertheless, children enjoy healthy meals and daily outdoor play which help to support their physical development. The children are very settled and confidently make decisions about their play. The childminder encourages their independence skills. For example, she patiently guides children as they practise putting on their own shoes. Children have access to a good range of toys, resources and experiences to support their learning and development. They behave well and any minor squabbles are effectively managed by the childminder. Children attend local groups and regularly meet up with other childminders and children. This helps to develop their social skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are working within the expectations of their age. They are developing the necessary skills for their future learning, including nursery and their eventual move to school. Children are independent in their self-care. They are confident communicators with adults and their peers. Children enthusiastically involve themselves in activities and are curious and active learners.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540112 Local authority Blackburn with Darwen Inspection number 10056922

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register

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Day care type

Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Blackburn, Lancashire. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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