Childminder EY100593

Inspection date 8 November 2018 Previous inspection date 9 November 2017

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 Children's safety is compromised. The childminder has failed to inform Ofsted of changes to adults living in the home and she has not informed Ofsted of a change to her name. n The childminder does not implement an effective safeguarding policy. She is not aware of the procedure to follow, or the professionals to report to, if she has concerns about the welfare of children in her care. This has an impact on children's safety. n The childminder does not keep a record of the name, home address and date of birth for all children in her care. In addition to this, she does not hold public liability insurance as required. n The childminder does not promote an effective partnership with parents to identify all children's needs and help them to make good progress. She does not provide parents with information about the early years foundation stage to support or extend their children's care and education. n Teaching is poor. The childminder does not have an adequate understanding of how

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The provision is inadequate

children learn and develop. She does not complete observations and assessments of children's learning. The childminder fails to plan activities based on children's individual levels of achievement. In addition to this, she does not incorporate children's next steps in learning into challenging activities and experiences. n The childminder fails to complete the required progress check for children between the ages of two and three years. This means she is unable to identify children's strengths, and any areas where their progress is less than expected.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder supports children's physical development. She provides opportunities for them to have fresh air and exercise.

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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 implement a safeguarding policy, and procedures, in line with the guidance of the Local Safeguarding Children Board, including an explanation of the action to be taken when there are concerns about a child and in the event of an allegation being made against any member of the household 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that public liability insurance is in place 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that Ofsted is notified of the provider's change of name and of any change in the persons aged 16 years or older living or working on the premises from which childminding is provided 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that a record is kept of the full name, home address and date of birth for each child that is looked after on the premises 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that parents and/or carers are informed of how the early years foundation stage is being delivered, and how they can access more information. 30/11/2018

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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 improve the quality of teaching and ensure that each area of learning is promoted through a suitable balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities that considers children's individual learning needs so that they make good progress 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

introduce effective observation and assessments of children's learning and development that are consistent and precise to obtain an accurate understanding of each child's level of achievement, interests and learning styles; and use the information to shape learning experiences that are tailored to meet the individual needs of each child 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years is carried out and a written summary is provided to parents 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect 30/11/2018 keep a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email. 30/11/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector observed the childminder interact with the children. n The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective and children's safety is compromised. The childminder does not have an adequate understanding of the procedure to follow if she has concerns about the welfare of children in her care. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse, but she does not know the appropriate professionals to contact if reporting such concerns. In addition to this, the childminder does not have a procedure to follow if an allegation is made against her or a member of her family. The childminder has failed to inform Ofsted of all adults living in the home and she has failed to notify Ofsted of a change to her name. The childminder does not keep a record of the names, home addresses and dates of birth for all of the children in her care. This has a negative impact on children's safety and welfare. The childminder has failed to maintain public liability insurance. Strategies for engaging parents in their

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

children's learning and development are poor and focus too much on care practices. This means parents do not know what their children are learning or how they can help them to improve. The childminder does not show capacity to improve. For example, she has failed to meet actions from her last inspection.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is inadequate

The childminder has a poor understanding of how to promote children's learning. She fails to identify their starting points and capabilities, and is unable to recognise or plan for children's next steps in learning. This has a negative impact on the progress children are able to make. The childminder fails to deliver planned or purposeful activities and experiences that challenge children. Her understanding of the learning and development requirements is not adequate enough to ensure that children are motivated and their individual learning needs are identified and met. Despite this, at times, the childminder interacts with children as they play. For example, she supports their enjoyment of singing with action rhymes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

The weaknesses in leadership and management mean that children's safety and welfare are not assured. Nevertheless, at times, the childminder supports children's personal, social and emotional development. She encourages them to share the toys and she praises them when they do this. This helps children to develop some understanding of appropriate ways to behave. Children take part in daily activities that support their physical development. For example, the childminder provides them with daily outings. Together, they attend group activities or enjoy walks in the local community. Children develop appropriate relationships with the childminder. For example, when the childminder interacts with them, they respond positively to her. The childminder attends to children's care needs appropriately. She is aware of their personal needs and sleep requirements.

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Outcomes for children are inadequate

Weaknesses in teaching mean that children do not make sufficient progress. Children do not develop the key skills they need for the next steps in their learning, including, where appropriate, starting school. The childminder has a poor understanding of how children learn and develop. This means that their individual learning needs are not being met.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY100593 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10079485 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 9 November 2017

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The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in St Albans. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm, 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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