Childminder 504793

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

The quality of education Inadequate Behaviour and attitudes Requires improvement Personal development Inadequate Leadership and management Inadequate Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is inadequate

Weaknesses in the quality of the educational programme, and breaches in the early years statutory framework requirements, have a significant impact on children's safety and well-being. The childminder does not have a secure understanding of child protection procedures and what may constitute a risk to a child in her care. Planning for the curriculum is not broad enough and consequently, learning is incidental. The childminder does not make consistently accurate assessments of children. Teaching does not focus sharply on what children need to learn across the areas of learning. Children do not acquire the skills that they will need for their next stage of learning. That said, children settle well in the childminder's care. They choose what they play with and show an interest in the activities available.

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The provision is inadequate

Children behave well. The childminder forms close, warm relationships with children and this supports their emotional well-being. Children engage with the childminder as they role play. They look at play foods and hand these over to adults. They repeat some words they know. Children are safe in the childminder's home as she makes daily assessments of any risks to children and takes action to minimise these. When children go outside, they are kept warm and safe.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is not focused on planning a high-quality curriculum that results in good education for children. She has a limited understanding of how learning should be sequenced so that children become secure in what they know and can do. Activities do not target the precise learning needs of the children. As a result, learning is incidental. n The childminder does not keep up to date with professional development. Teaching is not strong. However, the childminder recognises some differences in children's learning styles. She does not always model language effectively to encourage children to pronounce words and build sentences. Too often, the childminder provides children with an answer without waiting for them to make an attempt to respond. n Inconsistencies in assessment do not support what it is that children need to learn and remember. As a result, their next steps in learning are not exact

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need to do better?

enough to focus on making progress. The childminder does not plan a strong curriculum based on the three prime areas. Consequently, young children do not always acquire the skills in these areas that will support them to move forward in their learning. n Partnerships with parents are a strength. They report that they are happy with the care their children receive with the childminder. The childminder reviews information from parents about the care she provides. There is a daily discussion with parents about their children's care.

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need to do better?

6 November 2019 n From an early age, children begin to understand about good behaviour. The childminder gives children regular praise and reassurance. Children hear positive words, such as 'good sharing' and 'well done'. They respond well to praise and develop good levels of self-esteem. They are familiar with the environment and they help to tidy up, following instructions. They begin to learn about simple rules that they will need as they move forward in the learning. n Children do not have regular opportunities to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others. They learn about the wide range of cultural and religious events that are celebrated in our diverse communities. n Children's physical skills are supported. They experience regular fresh air and learn about safety outside of the home as the childminder talks to them about road safety. Children become aware of what may be a risk as they walk in the

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need to do better?

local area. Children have opportunities to play outside. They visit local parks and the river with the childminder. Children develop their muscle strength. Younger children begin to walk further distances. They begin to climb larger equipment, such as slides and swings. They learn to kick a ball.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder does not have a full understanding of the range of indicators that may indicate that a child is more vulnerable to abuse. She is not familiar with the 'Prevent' duty to consider when children may be at risk of being drawn into extreme views, or with other specific forms of abuse that girls may be at risk of. She is not up to date about changes to the way the local authority provides child protection services. As a result, children's welfare is not assured.

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Due date

ensure that the required knowledge is obtained to identify, understand and respond appropriately to any signs of possible abuse and neglect 29/11/2019

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Due date

implement an up-to-date policy and procedure in line with the relevant Safeguarding Children Partnership 29/11/2019

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Due date

ensure planning for the curriculum builds on what children know and can do to ensure they make good progress 06/12/2019

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Due date

6 November 2019 improve the quality of teaching to respond to children's emerging needs and interests and support children's development in all the areas of learning 06/12/2019

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Due date

develop an understanding of how to undertake accurate assessment. 06/12/2019

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should:

n extend opportunities for children to gain a greater awareness of similarities and differences between people, families and communities and an understanding of different people in the wider world.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 504793 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 10062293 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 to 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 1 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children during the inspection. She accompanied the childminder on a walk to the local school. n All areas of the premises were viewed. The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she conducts risk assessments to support the safety of children attending. n A sample of documentation was seen at the inspection, including policies and procedures, and evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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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

6 November 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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