Childminder in Kirklees

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

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

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The provision is inadequate

The childminder does not use assessment effectively to determine where children need the most support and challenge during play. She does not plan the curriculum to meet the developmental needs of all children closely. Children do not engage well with the resources provided and regularly have their learning interrupted. For example, when babies explored the environment independently, they were picked up and brought back to a group task that was not suited to their stage of development. This hinders their progress.

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The provision is inadequate

Safeguarding and welfare requirements are not met, and breaches have a significant impact on the safety and well-being of children. The environment and some of the equipment available are not safe for all children to use. There are a number of hazards not identified by the childminder. For example, babies put small objects in their mouths that could lead to choking, and older children can open the external door unaided.

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The provision is inadequate

Children have formed close bonds with the childminder. She shows affection and sensitivity towards their needs. In the main, children are happy and confident within the childminder's home. The childminder shares information about children's progress with parents and requests information about their interests from home. Parents comment positively about the relationships they have with the childminder.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not have a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She does not show a full understanding of the actions to follow if an allegation was made against her or her assistant. n Children are not consistently encouraged to practise good hygiene routines. Effective infection control systems are not in place. The childminder does not help children understand the importance of a healthy diet or support their social skills during mealtimes. For example, children walk around the room with their snack. In addition, the childminder gives babies snacks, such as crisps that contain high levels of salt and fat. Children are not always offered fruit and vegetables with their meals. n During play, children become easily distracted. They are not challenged to help keep them engaged and motivated to learn. The childminder does not adapt activities to suit the needs of all children taking part. Babies are not stimulated

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need to do better?

with resources that meet their stage in development and are not encouraged to investigate their environment safely. In addition, when children do choose to explore, the equipment on offer is not inviting and lacks organisation. This means children struggle to make a choice in their play or focus on one activity. n The childminder does not recognise how to extend children's learning. They are

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12 November 2019 not encouraged to build on skills they already have, or to develop new knowledge. Older children are learning to write their names in preparation for school. However, they are not fully supported to gain the key skills required for their future learning, such as concentration. For instance, during some planned activities, children lost interest and rolled around on the floor. n Children do not have a wide range of opportunities to learn about people within and beyond their community. They do not develop a secure understanding of the similarities and differences people have. They do not learn how to recognise and respect these. n The childminder praises children for their achievements and increases their self- esteem. However, children struggle to follow and understand instructions. This leads to chaotic behaviour at certain times of the day, such as getting ready to play outside or before mealtimes. Children's level of understanding is not always

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considered to help them regulate their feelings. n Children have daily opportunities to get fresh air either in the outdoor play area or by going on walks to local parks or woodland. This contributes positively to their good health. n The childminder does not use self-reflection skills effectively to identify areas in practice that she could improve. She does not consider the areas of development that would have the most positive impact on outcomes for children. n The childminder keeps the required information for children, such as emergency contact details and attendance hours. However, she does not accurately complete medication or accident forms. This compromises children's safety and well-being.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder completes regular online training to broaden her awareness of child protection issues. She understands how to make a referral should she have concerns about a child in her care. She has a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of possible child abuse. She does not know how to manage an allegation against herself or her assistant. Additionally, the childminder is not alert to hazards within the home. Risk assessments are not effective to ensure the health and safety of the children.

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Due date

12 November 2019 update, understand and implement an effective safeguarding policy that can be shared consistently with assistants and parents 30/11/2019

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develop a system which supports accurate completion of medication records for children 30/11/2019

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develop a system which supports accurate completion of accident records for children 30/11/2019

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identify and minimise risks in the setting to ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to keep children safe at all times. This includes removing small items that babies could swallow and ensuring children cannot leave the premises unattended 30/11/2019

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take necessary steps to prevent the spread of infection and implement effective hygiene procedures for children 30/11/2019

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plan, provide and promote a healthy, balanced and nutritional diet for children 30/11/2019

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develop a process to support the effective observation of children, which helps identify their level of development, and recognise their needs and interests. Use this process to plan challenging activities that support children to make good progress across the seven areas of learning 12/12/2019

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Due date

develop teaching skills and knowledge of how children learn, to support effective engagement in activities within an organised environment 12/12/2019

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Due date

increase children's experiences so they gain an awareness of other people in and beyond their community, and understand the similarities and differences they have. 12/12/2019

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Setting details

Unique reference number 310976 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10063951 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 12 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 20 October 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in the Shelley area of Huddersfield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk around all areas of the setting to understand how the provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder and discussed the quality of education. n A sample of relevant documentation was viewed, including accident and medication records, training and first-aid certificates, and evidence of the suitability of persons living and working on the premises. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder and children where appropriate.

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Inspection activities

12 November 2019 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

12 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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