Childminder in Wakefield

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder shows a good understanding of ways to help promote children's self-esteem. She provides examples of ways to ensure children feel listened to and valued. The childminder understands how to help children achieve good levels of confidence and self-esteem. She explains ways to help promote positive behaviours within her setting. n The childminder shows a good knowledge of ways to promote children's physical development. She explains that she intends to take children to the local park, soft-play centres and drop-in groups. The childminder is aware of the importance of providing new experiences for children. n The childminder understands the importance of following safeguarding practices. She has a good awareness of the steps to follow in the event of a concern about a child. In addition, the childminder is aware of wider safeguarding issues. However, she is not vigilant enough in addressing potential hazards in the

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environment. This exposes children to a risk of harm. n The childminder explains the importance of working with parents and other professionals to help promote children's development. She explains that she intends to share information with parents regarding children's learning and ways to continue this at home. The childminder has established good relationships with the local schools. n The well-qualified childminder attends training. She understands the importance of providing children with a good range of activities that cover the seven areas of learning. The childminder has a suitable understanding of how children learn and how to plan activities based on what they need to learn next. She is aware of how to conduct accurate assessments of children's learning. n The childminder has failed to ensure that children's well-being is promoted at all times. On the day of the inspection the childminder was completing home

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improvements. This affected the standards of hygiene and organisation within the premises. As a consequence, the organisation of the premises on the day of the inspection did not adequately promote children's health.

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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

ensure that the premises are maintained to a good standard and that all hygiene and cleanliness issues are addressed immediately 06/01/2020

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Due date

ensure that steps are followed to reduce any potential hazards to children, particularly in relation to areas of the home. 06/01/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY440232 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 10124540 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 5 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 3 December 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Ossett., West Yorkshire. She operates from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the provider how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the provider and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the provider and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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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

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