Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date 30 October 2018 Previous inspection date 9 July 2015

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Inadequate 4 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Inadequate 4 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4 Outcomes for children Inadequate 4

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The provision is inadequate

n The childminder does not have an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance and how to recognise if children are at risk of radicalisation and extremist behaviours. n The childminder is not clear about the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation being made against her, her co-childminder or her assistant. n The childminder does not consistently maintain adult-to-child ratios in line with requirements. This results in children not being adequately supervised. n The childminder does not support children to learn how to keep themselves safe. She has not practised the evacuation procedure with them or made sure they know what to do in an emergency. n The childminder does not adequately review children's progress between the age of two and three years old. n Parents are not fully involved in the assessment process. The childminder does not routinely share information about children's next steps in learning so that parents can

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The provision is inadequate

support these at home. n The childminder has not put in place appropriate arrangements for the supervision of her assistant. n The childminder is not aware of the weaknesses in her practice and does not undertake professional development opportunities that improve her knowledge and skills.

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It has the following strengths

n Children form secure attachments with the childminder. They behave well and learn to respect others. The childminder praises children's efforts, which supports their well- being and confidence.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

The provision is inadequate and Ofsted intends to take enforcement action: We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to: Due date obtain knowledge and understanding of all safeguarding matters, including the 'Prevent' duty guidance, to keep children safe from harm 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

implement safeguarding policies and procedures in line with guidance from the relevant Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB); these should include an explanation of the action to be taken in the event of an allegation being made against any person living, working or looking after children on the premises 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure adult-to-child ratios are met at all times 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of children and all others on the premises in the case of fire or any other emergency 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve arrangements for the supervision of assistants which identifies and improves practice and develops personal effectiveness 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

undertake professional development opportunities that improve knowledge and skills, to drive forward the overall quality of the provision. 23/11/2018

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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 ensure that progress reports completed when a child is aged between two and three years old include details of the child's key strengths and the strategies to adopt to address any areas of concern 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

work closely with parents to share information about children's progress that will enable them to support their children's learning at home. 23/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector took account of the written views of parents. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years of age and checked evidence of the qualifications of the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective. The childminder lacks knowledge of current safeguarding matters, including being alert to signs that children may be at risk of being exposed to extreme ideas. In addition, she does not understand safeguarding procedures in relation to whom to notify if an allegation is made against herself or her assistant. These two issues compromise children's safety and well-being. The safeguarding policy is not written in line with Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures. The policy does not include the correct procedures to follow if an allegation is made. The childminder does not consistently meet the adult-to-child ratios and has on occasion looked after more children than requirements allow. The childminder has not identified that she is not meeting all legal requirements. She does not place enough focus on reviewing her provision or undertaking professional development opportunities

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

that improve her knowledge and skills. Furthermore, the childminder has not implemented effective supervision arrangements for her assistant to ensure that the assistant understands her role and responsibilities. This has a significant impact on the quality of care and learning provided.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is inadequate

The childminder does not review children's progress as required between age two and three years. This means that she does not identify when children are at risk of falling behind in their development. Consequently, any early support children may require is not consistently accessed at the earliest opportunity. The childminder knows children's abilities and can explain some of their next steps for learning. However, she does not share information about children's progress with parents or discuss how they can support their children's learning at home. This hinders the progress children are making. Despite this, the childminder interacts with children in a positive way. She makes good use of opportunities to build consistently on children's language and communication skills. Toys and resources that interest children are freely available for children to access so that they can chose what they want to play with.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Children's welfare is not assured. The childminder has not practised the emergency evacuation procedure with children. Therefore, children do not know what to do in an emergency, which compromises their safety. Nonetheless, the childminder provides opportunities for children to be physically active. Children enjoy playing ball games in the childminder's garden and regular trips to the local park where they can climb and balance on large fixed equipment. The childminder provides healthy well-balanced meals for children, including healthy snacks, which supports children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. Children follow simple rules and are given consistent boundaries.

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Outcomes for children are inadequate

Weaknesses in teaching and learning mean that gaps in children's learning are not closing quickly enough and children do not make the progress of which they are capable. Despite this, by the time older children start school they have gained some useful skills, such as to manage their own personal hygiene and to consider the needs of each other. They count well, recognise colours and complete puzzles. Children learn how to hold pencils correctly to make marks on paper.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252447 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10082692

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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 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 27 Date of previous inspection 9 July 2015

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Day care type

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Beeston and works with an assistant. The childminder operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm from 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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