Childminder EY562729

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has failed to notify the Local Authority Designated Officer and Ofsted about an allegation relating to her conduct. Nonetheless, she understands the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and what to do if she has a concern. n The childminder's risk assessments are not fully effective. Although there are procedures in place to conduct regular checks of the premises, potential hazards, such as plastic bags that are accessible to children, have not been removed. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour effectively. She describes how she teaches children to be kind to one another and polite. She recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents to help children understand how to behave appropriately. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. She knows how to plan and deliver a curriculum that

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helps children gain the knowledge and skills for the next steps in their learning. n The childminder knows how to develop children's language and communication skills, including for those children who speak English as an additional language. For example, she explains how she reads stories and sings nursery rhymes with children regularly. n The childminder recognises her responsibility to promote children's good health. She understands the importance of providing children with access to regular outdoor play and activities, such as visits to local parks. She knows how to keep children safe on walks in the locality. For instance, she explains how she encourages children who walk during outings to hold onto the pushchair. n The childminder understands how to help children develop their independence in readiness for the next stage in their learning and development. For example, she knows how to help children learn how to manage their own care needs, such as

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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

implement and follow an effective safeguarding policy, in particular to ensure that procedures regarding any allegations are well known and the role of the Local Authority Designated Officer is understood 21/02/2020

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Due date

ensure risk assessments are effective in helping to identify and minimise risks to children's health and safety, with particular regard to the use of plastic bags to store accessible equipment. 21/02/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY562729 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10144838 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 2 to 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Iver, Buckinghamshire. She cares for children Monday to Friday, from 7am until 7pm, for most of the year. The childminder has an appropriate childcare qualification at level 4.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans and organises the curriculum to meet children's needs. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living in her premises. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of how to safeguard children. n The inspection was carried out following the 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

14 February 2020 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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