Childminder in Thurrock

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

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

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The provision is inadequate

Children are unable to make suitable progress in relation to their starting points. They do not have access to a good range of age-appropriate toys. Activities are not planned to build on the next steps in their learning. For example, children play with magnetic letters on an easel, but there is little learning taking place as they are not developmentally ready to start recognising letters. Children struggle to concentrate and stay engaged in their play. They move quickly between activities and toys due to the lack of challenge and interest.

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The provision is inadequate

Children make marks on paper to help develop their early writing skills and learn how to use electronic toys to make sounds. They delight as the childminder gently blows soap bubbles, which they try to catch and pop on their hands. The childminder holds the wand to their mouths and encourages them to blow. However, the wand is too big to release the bubbles with their smaller breaths, which means that they cannot blow their own bubbles. This leaves children frustrated that they cannot do this for themselves. However, they have secure relationships with the childminder and enjoy cuddles and constant praise. This helps to support their emotional development and confidence.

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need to do better?

n Children choose toys and activities from the low-level baskets. However, the majority of the resources are not age appropriate and do not help children consolidate or extend their learning. Some resources, such as dolls, are broken, which limits children's imaginative skills. Children enjoy looking at books. However, the range of books available for children to explore are either too advanced or are intended for babies. Nevertheless, children enjoy turning the pages on an electronic baby book and listening to their favourite nursery rhymes. n The childminder does not provide children with an appropriate educational programme. Activities fail to engage and motivate children to learn through play. For example, children find some plastic dinosaurs but are unsure what to do with them. The childminder misses the opportunity to encourage children to use their imaginative skills. They quickly lose interest and look for something else to

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need to do better?

do. n The childminder observes children but fails to accurately assess their developmental stage, to precisely plan for what children need to learn next. This limits the progress that children make and their readiness for the next stage in their learning, including going to nursery or school. n Children behave well. They understand the childminder's expectations for their behaviour. Children sit down for their snack and accompany the childminder to the bathroom when they need to wash their hands or face. Generally, they help

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need to do better?

17 August 2021 the childminder tidy up the toys and clear the floor to prevent them tripping over resources already out. n The childminder has worked hard to meet actions set previously. She has all the required documentation, such as records of children's attendance in place. The childminder completes mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid, to ensure that she knows what to do should a child sustain an injury or become ill while in her care. n The childminder gathers information about what children can do and their individual needs when they start with her. This helps her to tailor their care to match existing home routines. The childminder speaks to parents when they drop off and collect their children. This supports good two-way communication and enables parents to find out how their children have been during the day. n Children begin to develop their communication and language skills. They reply to

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her questions and try to repeat words that she says, such as 'fish'. This helps them to learn how to pronounce words.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has improved her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. She is clear about the possible signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk of harm or abuse. The childminder knows what to do in the event of any concerns about a child. She keeps herself updated through attending face-to-face training courses, as well as those held online. The childminder completes risk assessments of her home to identify and minimise possible hazards to help keep children safe.

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Due date

improve the range of opportunities available to children to help inspire and capture their interest and engage them fully in learning through play 24/09/2021

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Due date

improve the educational programme, including ongoing observation and assessment arrangements, to ensure that planning accurately supports children's next steps in their learning. 24/09/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441953 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 10132529 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 1 Date of previous inspection 13 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Chafford Hundred, Essex. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed all areas of the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

17 August 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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17 August 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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