Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date 13 March 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Requires improvement Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Outcomes for children Requires improvement

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This provision is inadequate

n The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of changes to persons working on the premises. n The childminder has not ensured that assistants have the required suitability checks and she has allowed people, whose suitability has not been checked, to have unsupervised access to children. n Not all adults are trained to understand the safeguarding policy and procedures and do not have an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding issues. n Child protection policies and procedures are not readily available. As a result, these cannot be easily referred to or followed, in the event of a safeguarding concern. n Risk assessments are not effective and security arrangements are not consistently adhered to. n Records, including a public liability insurance certificate, to ensure the safe and efficient management of the setting, are not available for inspection. n The childminder does not display her Ofsted certificate of registration.

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This provision is inadequate

n Observations of children's learning are not used well enough to identify a child's level of achievement and shape their learning experiences.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder knows the children in her care and is sensitive to their individual needs. n Parents are very complimentary about the service that the childminder offers and express that their children love attending.

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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 policies and procedures to safeguard children, which are in line with guidance and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board, are in place, adhered to and available 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure all adults working with the children have a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures and policies, an up-to- date knowledge of safeguarding issues, which includes being able to identify possible signs and symptoms of abuse 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure people, whose suitability has not been checked, are not allowed to have unsupervised contact with children being cared for 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that the premises are fit for purpose and suitable for the age of the children and the activities provided on the premises 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure children cannot leave the premises unsupervised and take all reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised persons from entering the premises 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

demonstrate that there is appropriate insurance, including public liability insurance, to cover all premises from which childminding is provided 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

take all reasonable steps to ensure that children are not exposed to risks and demonstrate how these risks are being managed 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

display the Ofsted certificate of registration 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that all records required for the safe and efficient management of the setting are easily accessible and available for inspection 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

notify Ofsted of any change in any adults working, or caring for children, on the premises where childminding is being provided 28/03/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure people looking after children are suitable to fulfil the requirements of their roles and put effective systems in place to ensure any persons who are likely to have regular contact with children, including those working on the premises, are suitable 28/03/2019 improve knowledge and understanding of how to use observations and ongoing assessment effectively, to shape the learning experiences for individual children so that they make the best possible progress in their learning. 13/05/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n This inspection was carried out because of a risk assessment, following information Ofsted received about this provider. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector spoke with the childminder, her assistant and the children, at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at some documentation, including information about planning for children's learning and children's records. n The inspector spoke to a number of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective. The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted when she has employed new assistants. As a result, adults whose suitability has not been checked, have unsupervised access to children. The childminder has not followed effective recruitment procedures or ensured assistants, working in the setting, are adequately trained or inducted. The childminder can recognise signs and symptoms of abuse. However, she has not ensured that those working with her have a secure understanding of child protection or that procedures are readily available to refer to or follow. The childminder is unable to demonstrate that she has up-to-date certificates, such as public liability insurance, or that she maintains all required records. This is because these are kept off site and are not easily accessible or available for inspection. Security arrangements are weak. Despite there being a lock on the main door, this is not

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

engaged. Risk assessments are not effective. Light switches and low-level sockets in the entrance hall are partly installed and the lock on the kitchen door is broken. Liquid floor sealant and tools, some of which pose a significant hazard to children, have been left out in areas, close to where children get ready to go outside. Nevertheless, partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder provides a broad range of information to parents when they first start and keeps parents well informed about their children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment requires improvement

The childminder follows a specific educational approach with the children and is in receipt of an exemption from adhering to some of the learning and development requirements, including those for reading and writing. The childminder has started to make some observations of children's achievements, but does not use these to shape learning experiences effectively for each child. Nevertheless, she provides a calm and welcoming environment for the children, where they use a broad range of natural materials to create their own play. The childminder works very closely with the children. She guides them, using gentle songs, rhymes and explanations during adult-led activities. This supports their overall learning and in particular, their listening and speaking skills. They learn about the natural world, engage in baking, painting and craft activities, and learn to keep themselves safe during outdoor activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

The weaknesses in leadership and management impact on the judgement for children's welfare. Nevertheless, children enjoy their time with the childminder and the opportunities she provides for them to explore using their imagination and curiosity. The childminder and her assistant are good role models and, as a result, children are polite and show respect for each other. Some firm friendships are made. Children show good levels of independence as they work with others to tidy away toys, put on their outdoor clothes and use the toilet. Children delight when they are chosen to be the special helper at group times and show high levels of self-esteem. Children learn about good table manners and how to use cutlery appropriately, as they enjoy healthy home-made porridge and stewed apple. Children have daily access to the outdoors, where they enjoy fresh air and exercise as they explore and play in the natural environment.

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Outcomes for children require improvement

Weaknesses in observation do not effectively support children to make good progress. Nevertheless, they are learning some key skills in readiness for their next stage in learning. Children show complete concentration and carefully listen, as the childminder adeptly acts out the story of the 'Pancake Man', using a range of miniature props. Children join in with familiar rhymes and songs and speak and share their ideas with confidence. They use their imaginations well, and show good physical skills, as some pretend to be horses and work cooperatively to pull their friends round in the outdoor wooden cart.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543005 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10099839 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 2 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Norwich. She operates from 9am to 3.30pm during term time, Monday to Thursday. The childminder works with the principles and practices of Steiner Waldorf education. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children. The childminder works with an assistant

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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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