Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date 15 May 2019 Previous inspection date 13 July 2015

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Inadequate 4 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Inadequate 4 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4 Outcomes for children Inadequate 4

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This provision is inadequate

n The childminder does not have a secure understanding of the procedures she would follow if she had safeguarding concerns about a child or if an allegation of harm was made against her. She has not made sure that her safeguarding policy contains all relevant information relating to allegations and the safe use of mobile phones and cameras. This places children at risk of harm. n The childminder does not ensure children's health and safety are maintained. She does not identify and take appropriate action to minimise potential risks to children, both indoors and outdoors. For example, she does not take sufficient steps to protect all children when they play outside in the sun. n The childminder has a poor understanding of how to assess children's progress. This means that her assessments of children's development are not precise and gaps in their learning are not identified. As a result, children are not achieving as much as they

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This provision is inadequate

should. n The childminder's quality of teaching is weak. She misses opportunities to challenge the most able children and to support the youngest of children to learn as much as possible. n The childminder does not plan activities to support the individual needs of the children in her care or to help them achieve the next steps in their learning. Outcomes for children are not good enough.

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It has the following strengths

n Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. She is attentive to their individual preferences and routines.

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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 the correct procedures are understood and followed if there are safeguarding concerns about a child or in the event of an allegation of harm being made 12/06/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that the safeguarding policy includes clear information about the action to be taken in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a member of the household; and further ensure that the policy includes information about the use of mobile phones and cameras in the setting 12/06/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that risk assessments identify and minimise all potential hazards within the childcare environment 12/06/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure that the good health of all children attending the setting is promoted. This is with particular regard to keeping children safe when playing in the sun 12/06/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve the quality of teaching so that all children consistently receive good levels of challenge and support in order that they make good progress from their starting points 07/08/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve arrangements for the assessment of children's progress to accurately identify children's level of development and target any gaps in their learning 07/08/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

plan challenging and enjoyable experiences that take full account of each child's individual needs, interests and stage of development. 07/08/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspectors observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspectors completed a joint evaluation of an activity and evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspectors reviewed a range of relevant documentation, including children's learning and development records and the safeguarding policy and procedure. n The inspectors spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspectors viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective. The childminder has recently attended a safeguarding training course, although this has had limited impact on her knowledge. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. However, she is unclear whom she would contact if she had concerns about a child or if a child protection allegation was made against her. Her written safeguarding policy is unsuitable. It does not contain key information, such as the action she would take in the event of receiving an allegation, and does not cover the use of mobile phones and cameras in her setting. The childminder does not identify and minimise all risks in her home. She has not recognised the potential dangers of cleaning products and sharp utensils being accessible to children in the kitchen and utility areas. This compromises children's safety and welfare. The childminder does not reflect well enough on her

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is inadequate

provision. She has not made improvements following the recommendations raised at her last inspection. The childminder keeps parents informed about daily routines and the activities that children have taken part in while in her care.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is inadequate

The childminder has a weak understanding of the learning and development requirements. She does not make accurate assessments of children's progress. Consequently, she does not identify appropriate next steps or plan enjoyable and challenging activities to keep children engaged and motivated. This hinders the progress that children make. Teaching is ineffective. The childminder frequently misses opportunities to challenge the most able children and extend their learning. For example, she asks older children simple questions that do not promote their communication or critical thinking skills. Additionally, she demonstrates a poor understanding of how to adapt activities to include the youngest children.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

The childminder does not do enough to keep children safe. She does not make sure that some children are fully protected when they play outside in the sun. This is potentially harmful to children. The childminder attempts to keep younger children in the shade. In doing so, she limits their opportunities to explore their environment and to develop their independence skills. Consequently, younger children become frustrated because they are not stimulated in their learning. However, children do have secure attachments with the childminder. They are confident and have strong relationships with her and the other children attending the setting.

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Outcomes for children are inadequate

Children are developing well. Due to weaknesses in teaching and assessment, children are not challenged enough in their play to learn as much as possible. Younger children are not given enough opportunities to develop their physical skills. Older children are not given opportunities to help them prepare in readiness for school. As a result, children do not make the progress that they are capable of.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 207848 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10062473 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection 13 July 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1986 and is located in Dronfield, Derbyshire. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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