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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY232860

Inspected 19 Nov 2018 · URN EY232860

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  • Inspection date verified

    19 Nov 2018

  • Inspectors verified

    Daphne Carr

  • Early years verified

    Met

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY232860

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  • OverallNot met
  • Early yearsMet

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

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+4Mixedmore positive than 79% of reports of this type graded Not met
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  • What needs to improve645w+4

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Words of findings
641
longer than usual (typical 401)
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Flesch 33, typical 46
Average sentence
20 words
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 62%About the inspection 37%

Full report text

Inspection date 19 November 2018 Previous inspection date 29 May 2014

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have up-to-date knowledge and understanding of current safeguarding and welfare requirements. She does not have an adequate understanding of the relevant agencies to report any concerns about children's welfare to. n The childminder lacks an understanding of the correct procedures to follow should an allegation be made against herself or a family member. n The childminder does not understand wider child protection issues, such as those relating to potential radicalisation and extremism. n The childminder does not hold a current relevant paediatric first-aid certificate. n The childminder does not have a suitable understanding of the requirement to obtain prior written consent from parents for administering medication. n Through discussion, the childminder does not demonstrate a suitable understanding of how to use risk assessments effectively to keep children safe, with specific regard to

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This provision does not meet requirements

the use of the trampoline. n The childminder is not aware of her responsibilities regarding data protection, particularly in relation to the safe storage of electronic information and photographs. n The childminder does not understand to complete the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, as part of the assessment requirements. n The childminder discusses how she intends to work in partnership with parents. She plans to share information with them to help to promote continuity in children's learning. n The childminder explains how she plans to provide an inclusive service and manage children's behaviour.

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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 current safeguarding and welfare requirements, including how to report any concerns about children's welfare in a timely way 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

gain a secure understanding of the action to be taken in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a member of the household 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

gain a sound knowledge and understanding of the government's statutory guidance, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2015 and of the 'Prevent' duty guidance for England and Wales 2015 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

obtain an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification, in order to have up-to-date knowledge of how to deal with emergency situations 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve knowledge of the requirement to obtain written permission from parents prior to administering prescribed and/or non-prescription medicine to children 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

gain a secure understanding for assessing all potential risks to children's safety, with specific regard to ensuring that children appropriately use the trampoline 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

develop a secure understanding of responsibilities regarding data protection, to ensure the safe storage of electronic information and photographs 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

develop a clear understanding of assessment requirements, including those for completing the required progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, in order to check children's progress and support their future learning needs. 19/01/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children and undertake assessment of their development. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans with the childminder. n The inspector checked the evidence of suitability of the childminder and other members of her household. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the systems she has in place to keep children safe. n The inspector viewed the areas where childminding will take place and had a discussion about the resources that the childminder will provide.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY232860 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 10083125 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 29 May 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Birkenhead, Wirral. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Registers

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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Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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