Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder 206040
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- Inspection date verified
19 Dec 2018
- Inspectors verified
Jan Hughes
- Early years verified
Met
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Not met
- Previous overall verified
Met
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
206040
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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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- The childminder does not have a secure understanding of the Local Safeguarding Children Board reporting procedures and the steps to take to protect children, including in the event of an allegation being made about herself or a member of the household. p.1
- The childminder has failed to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of wider safeguarding issues. p.1
- For example, she is unaware of her responsibilities in relation to the government's 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales 2015'. p.1
- The childminder does not have a written statement of the procedures to be followed to protect children from abuse or neglect, which is a breach of the requirements of the Childcare Register. p.1
- The childminder does not use self-evaluation as a means of helping her keep her knowledge up to date and ensuring she meets all requirements. p.1
- For example, although she understands the importance of assessing and monitoring children's ongoing p.1
- The childminder understands the importance of building links with parents and other professionals. p.1
- She knows to share information with them about children's care and learning and to find out about children's dietary and medical requirements prior to the start of their attendance. p.1
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- Pages
- 4
- Words of findings
- 563
- longer than usual (typical 401)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 40, typical 46
- Average sentence
- 22 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
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Inspection date 19 December 2018 Previous inspection date 25 February 2014
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This provision does not meet requirements
n The childminder does not have a secure understanding of the Local Safeguarding Children Board reporting procedures and the steps to take to protect children, including in the event of an allegation being made about herself or a member of the household. n The childminder has failed to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of wider safeguarding issues. For example, she is unaware of her responsibilities in relation to the government's 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales 2015'. n The childminder does not have a written statement of the procedures to be followed to protect children from abuse or neglect, which is a breach of the requirements of the Childcare Register. n The childminder does not use self-evaluation as a means of helping her keep her knowledge up to date and ensuring she meets all requirements. For example, although she understands the importance of assessing and monitoring children's ongoing
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This provision does not meet requirements
progress, she is not aware of the requirement to carry out a review of children's progress between the ages of two and three years. n The childminder understands the importance of building links with parents and other professionals. She knows to share information with them about children's care and learning and to find out about children's dietary and medical requirements prior to the start of their attendance. n The childminder understands how to support children's healthy development by providing nutritious meals and daily opportunities for physical exercise. She knows the importance of managing behaviour effectively.
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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 gain a secure knowledge of the action to take when there are safeguarding concerns about a child and in the event of an allegation being made against adults living in the household, in line with the guidance and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board 31/01/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales 2015' 31/01/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
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 31/01/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
improve knowledge and understanding of the requirement to complete a progress check for all children aged between two and three years. 31/01/2019
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What the setting needs to do to improve further
Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the rooms and the garden to be used for childminding and discussed the resources and equipment that the childminder intends to use. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote healthy lifestyles and manage children's behaviour. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the education programmes for children and assess the progress children make in their learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's first-aid certificate and insurance. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adult members of the household.
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Setting details
Unique reference number 206040 Local authority Derby Inspection number 10083056 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 25 February 2014
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Registers
The childminder registered in 1990 and lives in Mickleover, Derby. The childminder's service operates from 7.30am to 4pm, Monday to Thursday, term time only.
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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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