Childminder in Essex

Inspection date 2 November 2018 Previous inspection date 1 October 2014

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a sufficient knowledge or understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance. Her procedures for safeguarding children are not in line with the guidance of the Local Safeguarding Children Board to keep children safe. n The childminder is aware of the importance of sharing information with parents about children's ongoing learning needs. She understands how to seek the views of parents, review her setting and identify changes that enhance her practice further. n The childminder maintains a suitable range of toys and equipment to support her in caring for children. She is aware of how to plan activities that engage and challenge children to meet their next stage of learning. The childminder knows how to support children in developing the knowledge and abilities needed in readiness for starting nursery and school. n The childminder describes how she carries out visual risk assessments. She is aware of

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how to identify risks and knows what action to take to remove or minimise potential hazards in and out of her home. n The childminder explains how she plans to help children manage their behaviour. She describes how she helps children understand how to keep themselves healthy, for example, with regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise.

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This 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 Childcare Register the provider must: Due date develop an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues, with particular regard to the 'Prevent' duty guidance. 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the areas of the home that are used when the childminder is caring for children. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability of adults living in the home. n The inspector talked with the childminder about self-evaluation and how she plans to continue to make improvements. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will deliver the learning and development requirements. She discussed how observations, assessments and planning will be used to identify and incorporate children's next steps into their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY345418 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10069340 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 1 October 2014

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The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Saffron Walden, Essex. The childminder operates from 8am until 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, 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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