Childminder EY559140

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder's safeguarding knowledge is weak. She has a basic understanding of safeguarding signs and symptoms that may indicate a child may be at risk of harm. She has some awareness of the procedures to follow should she have a concern, and of the agencies that can support her. However, her knowledge is limited, and does not include an understanding of wider safeguarding issues, such as the 'Prevent' duty. She also fails to ensure that she supervises children at all times and, on occasion, has left children with adults whose suitability is not known. n The childminder fails to provide an environment that is safe and suitable for children. She does not complete risk assessments or organise the space in her home to provide children with clear and safe places to play and learn. Hazards, such as chemicals, loose electrical wiring, and sharp objects are stored within areas children use and can access.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a good enough understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage or the Childcare Register. She has failed to notify Ofsted of changes to household members, meaning unchecked adults who are not known to Ofsted are living in her home. The childminder has failed to provide information to Ofsted to enable them to carry out the required suitability checks. n The childminder does not know how to support children's learning. She does not monitor their development to ensure they are making the progress that is expected of them. She takes them on outings to the parks and to group activities to offer them opportunities to interact with others. This provides some support for their physical development and builds on their social skills. However, she does not consider what they need to learn when planning activities, to ensure these target their individual development needs and help them to take

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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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Due date

improve understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, including aspects, such as the 'Prevent' duty 08/11/2019

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Due date

ensure the premises are safe, clean, and provide clear spaces for children to play, learn and rest 18/10/2019

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take all reasonable steps to ensure children are not exposed to risks; demonstrate how risk assessments will help to ensure aspects of the environment are checked, and risks to children are removed or minimised 18/10/2019

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Due date

ensure children are always within your sight or hearing and are never left unsupervised with persons whose suitability has not been confirmed. 18/10/2019

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Due date

consider the individual needs, interests and stage of development of each child, and use this information to plan challenging and enjoyable experiences for each child across all areas of learning and development. 08/11/2019

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY559140 Local authority Dorset Inspection number 10124840 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 to 10 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in a first-floor flat in Bridport, Dorset. The childminder is available to care for children from Monday to Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector engaged in discussions with the childminder about how she supports children to learn. n The inspector sampled documents used to support children's care and learning. n The inspector observed the premises and talked to the childminder about how she supports children's safety and welfare. n This inspection was carried out following Ofsted's risk assessment process.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

8 October 2019 regulates and inspects to 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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