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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder 112517

Inspected 5 Mar 2020 · URN 112517

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  • Inspection date verified

    5 Mar 2020

  • Inspectors verified

    Aileen Finan

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Outstanding

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    112517

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  • OverallNot met

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

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+27Mostly positivemore positive than 90% of reports of this type graded Not met
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5
Words of findings
388
about usual (typical 401)
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Hard
Flesch 46, typical 46
Average sentence
17 words
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What needs to improve 49%About the inspection 51%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n During the inspection, the childminder was able to respond adequately to scenarios and questions relating to her knowledge of what to do in a medical emergency. However, she has failed to renew her paediatric first-aid training as required, every three years. This is a breach of requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder demonstrates a secure overall understanding of how to safeguard children in her care. For example, she understands the possible indicators of abuse and knows how to make a timely referral in order to protect children. She is aware of her responsibilities in regard to the 'Prevent' duty guidance. The childminder knows how to help children and parents understand how to protect themselves when using social media or the internet. n The childminder is aware of the importance of adhering to her policies, procedures and risk assessments to support children's health, safety and well-

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This provision does not meet requirements

being effectively. n Partnerships with parents and schools are established well. The childminder knows the importance of working collaboratively with others involved in children's care. n The childminder is aware of how to promote positive behaviour and the importance of helping children to be respectful to others. For example, she encourages children to lead the way when making decisions together and when setting rules for the setting. She encourages children to use polite language when talking and listening to each other. She supports good table manners and encourages children to praise each other and understand each other's feelings. n The childminder is aware of the benefits for children's personal development. She knows the importance of helping children to feel happy, safe and secure. She offers a range of toys, games and resources for children to enjoy before and after the school day. The childminder knows how to promote healthy lifestyles.

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This provision does not meet requirements

For example, she offers children opportunities for outdoor physical play and exercise.

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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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Setting details

Unique reference number 112517 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10136176 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 20 October 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in Basingstoke, Hampshire. She operates Monday to Friday, caring for children before and after school and by prior arrangement during school holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed areas of the home used for childminding. n Relevant documentation was sampled during the inspection to ensure the childminder is compliant with the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the children on roll and care arrangements. n Discussions took place to assess the childminder's understanding of safeguarding legislation and her knowledge of how to protect children in her care. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her knowledge of administering first-aid following an accident or incident.

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Inspection activities

5 March 2020 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

5 March 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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