Childminder EY462590

Inspection date 14 August 2019 Previous inspection date 3 March 2014

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not kept her paediatric first-aid training up to date as required. This means that she may not have the most recent knowledge in an emergency situation. This compromises children's welfare. This weakness is also a breach of the Childcare Register requirements. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, that she has a good understanding of safeguarding issues. She is confident to take action to protect children's welfare in the event of a child protection concern. The childminder knows how to identify and minimise potential hazards to the home and garden to help keep children safe. n The childminder is aware of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to observe and assess children's learning. She understands how to plan activities that provide children with suitable challenge and to encourage their ongoing development. She knows her responsibility to help children acquire skills for future

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learning and school. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of working closely with parents and other professionals to support children's continuity of care and learning. n The childminder explains how to support children in becoming independent learners. She understands how to promote children's well-being. She has a clear understanding of how to help children behave well and to develop a healthy lifestyle. The childminder recognises the value of helping children to follow healthy hygiene routines. n The childminder knows the importance of professional development to improve the quality of her practice. She understands how to reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of her practice to help improve the outcomes for children.

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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 obtain and maintain a paediatric first-aid qualification, to help keep children safe. 31/08/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and assessed her knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage, including safeguarding issues. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises that the childminder intends to use for children. She looked at the resources that the childminder had available for children. The childminder also described the range of activities she would plan for each age group. n The inspector viewed a range of relevant documentation, policies and procedures. She discussed with the childminder about the arrangements for working in partnership with parents and other professionals. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's learning and development and their welfare needs. She discussed how the childminder reflects on her practice and develops her continuous professional development. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish

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her understanding of how to safeguard children. The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462590 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10106062 Type of provision Childminder

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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 3 March 2014

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The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Mansfield Nottingham. The childminding provision operates Monday to Friday from 7am until 6pm, term time only. The childminder offers overnight care. She holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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