Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has allowed her first-aid qualification to lapse while she is not caring for children. This is a breach of requirements. n Since the last inspection, the provider has made improvements, as she ensures that she has appropriate public liability insurance in place at all times and that she does not allow this to lapse. n The childminder does not have a secure enough knowledge and understanding of safeguarding to keep children safe. She does not fully understand the action to take when there are concerns about a child or in the event of an allegation made about herself or other adults who may have contact with children. Additionally, she has not kept herself up to date with local procedures to safeguard children. n The childminder does not fully understand her responsibilities in regards to complaints and the process she must follow if she receives a written complaint from a parent. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands child development and

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This provision does not meet requirements

knows how to provide challenging and enjoyable activities. The childminder recognises how important it is for children to develop good communication and language skills. She is able to identify when children need more support, such as how she can help them receive any additional assistance needed, in preparation for the move on to school. However, she does not fully understand how to effectively support children to prepare for life in modern Britain, ensuring they learn about diversity and respect for different people. n The childminder recognises the benefits of working in partnership with parents and others involved in children's care and learning. She explains how she will plan to share information with parents and other professionals, to support the well-being of children in her care. n The environment is safe and secure for children. The childminder has effective measures in place to help minimise the risk of infection for children. She is able

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This provision does not meet requirements

to talk about how she will ensure children are physically active and how she will promote their good health. n The childminder intends to use a range of appropriate techniques to manage children's behaviour and support them to learn right from wrong.

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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

gain a secure knowledge and understanding around child protection, in line with local procedures, and the action to take if there are concerns about a child or if an allegation is made against the childminder or a household member 23/07/2021

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Due date

obtain an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification 23/07/2021

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Due date

gain a secure knowledge and understanding of the procedure that must be followed if a written complaint is received. 23/07/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number 148824 Local authority Windsor and Maidenhead Inspection number 10193818 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 0 Date of previous inspection 28 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in Maidenhead, Berkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. There were no children on roll when this inspection took place.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector asked a range of questions throughout the inspection to establish the childminder's understanding of the statutory requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the home available for childminding. The inspector talked to the childminder about resources and equipment used. n The childminder showed the inspector her policies and documents used when caring for children. The inspector looked at documents regarding evidence of the suitability of household members.

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Inspection activities

2 July 2021 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

2 July 2021 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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