Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder EY471666
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- Inspection date verified
21 Nov 2018
- Inspectors verified
Jane Tucker
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Not met
- Previous overall verified
Requires improvement
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY471666
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- OverallNot met
10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).
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Reads more critically than most reports of this type graded Not met.
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- The childminder has taken insufficient action to address weaknesses in his practice and improve. p.1
- He has not removed hazards identified at the last inspection, such as rubble and debris in the garden. p.1
- The childminder does not demonstrate a secure understanding of how to keep children safe in an emergency. p.1
- The path at the side of the property used as an escape route in the event of a fire is littered with tyres, car parts, unused doors and other debris, making this inaccessible. p.1
- The childminder has not considered an effective programme of professional development to improve his skills and knowledge of how to raise outcomes for children. p.1
- The childminder has a poor understanding of the seven areas of learning. p.1
- He cannot explain how he would observe and assess children's development. p.1
- The childminder does not understand how to tailor planning to support children's individual learning needs and styles. p.1
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- Pages
- 4
- Words of findings
- 562
- longer than usual (typical 401)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 45, typical 46
- Average sentence
- 19 words
- Next steps
- 8
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- Hedged sentences
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Inspection date 21 November 2018 Previous inspection date 29 November 2017
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enforcement)
Previous inspection: Requires improvement
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This provision does not meet requirements
n The childminder has taken insufficient action to address weaknesses in his practice and improve. He has not removed hazards identified at the last inspection, such as rubble and debris in the garden. n The childminder does not demonstrate a secure understanding of how to keep children safe in an emergency. The path at the side of the property used as an escape route in the event of a fire is littered with tyres, car parts, unused doors and other debris, making this inaccessible. n The childminder has not considered an effective programme of professional development to improve his skills and knowledge of how to raise outcomes for children. n The childminder has a poor understanding of the seven areas of learning. He cannot explain how he would observe and assess children's development. The childminder does not understand how to tailor planning to support children's individual learning needs and styles.
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This provision does not meet requirements
n The childminder does not understand the importance of sharing information with parents to ensure continuity in children's care and learning. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's independence, self-care skills and supporting them to be emotionally ready for school. n The childminder demonstrates an appropriate understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. He knows what to do in the event of a concern about a child in his care.
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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
The provision is inadequate and Ofsted intends to take enforcement action: We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to: Due date remove hazards in the garden and ensure all reasonable steps are taken to make sure that children are not exposed to risks 09/12/2018
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
ensure fire escape routes are free of obstruction and children and others are safe on the premises 09/12/2018
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
undertake appropriate training and professional development to improve skills and knowledge of how to ensure children receive good quality learning and development experiences. 23/01/2019
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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 knowledge of the seven areas of learning and how to observe, assess and support children's interests and learning styles and how to plan experiences that are tailored to meet the individual needs of all children 23/01/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
improve knowledge of how to work in partnership with parents and how to support and guide parents to continue to guide their child's development at home. 23/01/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
Inspection activities n The inspector looked at areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how he intends to support children's play and learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and training certificates. She discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding requirements. n The inspector looked at the policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.
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Setting details
Unique reference number EY471666 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10070680 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 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 29 November 2017
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Registers
The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Doncaster. He operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.
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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
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