Childminder in Milton Keynes

Inspection date 10 May 2019 Previous inspection date 18 July 2016

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Good 2

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This is a provision that requires improvement

n The childminder does not develop systems for supporting and coaching her assistant. n The childminder does not ensure that when children are present they are cared for by an adult who holds a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. At times, her assistant has sole charge and does not hold this qualification as required. n On occasion, the childminder's risk assessments are not fully effective. For instance, she does not consider how to minimise all risks to children in her kitchen. She is unable to provide business insurance for the vehicle that children are transported in. n The childminder has a weak understanding of when to notify Ofsted of changes to those living and working on the premises. n The childminder's monitoring of children's development is not fully effective. It does not give a clear enough picture of children's progress over time.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder provides strong opportunities for children to learn about people and communities. This is illustrated when children learn about celebrations such as Diwali and Eid. n The childminder supports children's care needs well. This is demonstrated when she provides cuddles and reassurance to children when needed. This helps to support their emotional development. Parents report that they are happy with the care that their children receive. n Children are well prepared for the next stages in their learning.

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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 support the assistant fully in their role and provide coaching and performance management to help them to develop their knowledge and skills 10/09/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure there is at least one person with a valid paediatric first-aid qualification on the premises or accompanying children on outings at all times 10/06/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

take all necessary measures to minimise risks to children effectively 10/06/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

develop a secure understanding of when to make notifications to Ofsted. 10/06/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n review the monitoring of individual children and enable more robust tracking of children's progress.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector had a tour of the parts of the childminder's home that children use. n The inspector talked to parents and also considered their written views. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder and her assistant's training and suitability. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector sampled documentation that included planning, children's records, and policies and procedures. n The inspector observed the childminder's quality of teaching, and they jointly evaluated the effectiveness of the childminder's interactions with children.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder does not consistently recognise and minimise potential risks to ensure her home is suitable for childcare. This is illustrated when she does not identify and remove substances in the kitchen, such as cleaning products. However, she has secure procedures in place for administering medicines. The childminder has a weak understanding of when she needs to notify Ofsted of changes, such as to household members. Nevertheless, she has a positive attitude to improving her own practice. This is demonstrated by her networking with other childminders to share ideas. She also undertakes some evaluation of the day-to-day aspects of her service. The childminder's assistant does not hold a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. At times he has sole responsibility for children. This is a breach of requirements. However, the childminder has a suitable understanding of the procedures to follow if she has concerns about

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

children's welfare. She can describe the signs and symptoms of abuse. Safeguarding is effective.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder develops positive partnerships with parents. For example, she shares information with them on her noticeboard to keep them up to date with her planning. She provides parents with a daily diary and makes time to talk to them about their children's learning and next steps. The childminder supports children's learning well and adapts her teaching to follow children's interests. For example, young children show curiosity as they play with musical toys. The childminder shows them how to press the buttons and create sounds. When children's interest changes, the childminder reads stories to them and they listen and look as she turns the pages. The childminder has developed further opportunities for children to learn outdoors. For instance, she has attended training about outdoor messy play and has created a mud kitchen. Children enjoy pouring and mixing mud in saucepans and pots.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

Weaknesses with regard to risk assessments and the assistant's lack of valid first-aid certificate mean that children's welfare cannot be fully assured. Nevertheless, the childminder supports children's behaviour suitably well. She provides positive praise and reassurance and children are well behaved. The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise. This is demonstrated by walks in the local area and visits to the park. This helps to support children's physical development. The childminder has a suitable understanding of the professionals that she can refer parents to, or seek advice from, to help support children's learning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are inquisitive learners. They enjoy exploring sand and watching it float down as it is tipped out of scoops. Children begin to develop their physical skills. They begin to walk around steadily on their feet, holding onto furniture for support when needed. Children begin to form relationships with others. They like cuddles and respond to the voice of the childminder. They wave goodbye to visitors. Overall, children make good progress from their starting points.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453060 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 10064855 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 1 - 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection 18 July 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Springfield, in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. The childminder is available to care for children from 6am to 10pm every day, including weekends, throughout most of the year. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification. The childminder works regularly with one assistant.

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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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