Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder in Leeds
Summary
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- Inspection date verified
19 Aug 2021
- Inspectors verified
Rachel Waterhouse
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Not met
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY557938
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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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In line with other reports of this type graded Not met.
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- The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of child abuse. p.2
- However, she has little understanding of wider child protection issues, such as child exploitation, female genital mutilation or risks to children from extreme views. p.2
- The childminder does not have an up-to-date safeguarding policy in place. p.2
- She does not know the reporting procedure for child protection concerns in line with local authority guidance, to protect children's welfare when in her care. p.2
- The childminder does not understand her responsibilities to report an allegation against her or a family member. p.2
- The childminder's knowledge of how to assess children's learning from the start is limited. p.2
- She does not demonstrate how she would consider the whole curriculum once she knows what children already know and can do. p.2
- Additionally, the childminder does not show a secure understanding of how to develop p.2
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Wellbeing & mental health2
“The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe and protect their well-being.” p.2Health & safety2
“regular risk assessments of her home.” p.2
Anatomy of the report
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- Pages
- 6
- Words of findings
- 535
- longer than usual (typical 401)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 46, typical 46
- Average sentence
- 19 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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Full report text
This provision does not meet requirements
n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of child abuse. However, she has little understanding of wider child protection issues, such as child exploitation, female genital mutilation or risks to children from extreme views. n The childminder does not have an up-to-date safeguarding policy in place. She does not know the reporting procedure for child protection concerns in line with local authority guidance, to protect children's welfare when in her care. n The childminder does not understand her responsibilities to report an allegation against her or a family member. n The childminder's knowledge of how to assess children's learning from the start is limited. She does not demonstrate how she would consider the whole curriculum once she knows what children already know and can do. Additionally, the childminder does not show a secure understanding of how to develop
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This provision does not meet requirements
children's knowledge and skills to help build on their progress in all areas of learning. n The childminder is unaware of the requirement to carry out the progress check for children aged between two and three years and to provide parents with a written summary. n The childminder has not reflected on her practice or identified any areas of improvement. She has not completed any relevant training since her registration to help her keep her knowledge up to date and to benefit children. n The childminder is aware of how to help children settle into her care, form positive relationships and promote respect. She knows how to support children to develop their personal, social and emotional skills and learn about different people and communities. n The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe and protect their well-being. She holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and completes
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This provision does not meet requirements
regular risk assessments of her home. The childminder has a big outdoor area, equipped with large play equipment for children to explore and have daily 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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Due date
ensure child protection policies are in line with local safeguarding children partnership (LSCP) procedures and improve knowledge of reporting procedures in the event of a concern about a child's welfare 23/09/2021
p.3
Due date
improve knowledge of 'Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018' and of wider safeguarding concerns 23/09/2021
p.3
Due date
gain a thorough understanding of the action to take in the event of an allegation against an adult or child 23/09/2021
p.3
Due date
improve knowledge of how to assess children's learning from the start and how to plan experiences that are tailored to meet their individual needs 25/11/2021
p.3
Due date
improve knowledge of the progress check for children between the age of two and three years and how to provide parents with a short, written summary of their child's development 25/11/2021
p.3
Due date
identify appropriate professional development to keep knowledge and skills up to date and ensure children receive good quality education. 25/11/2021
p.3
Setting details
Unique reference number EY557938 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10191345 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 Not applicable
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in the Swillington area of Leeds. She provides care Tuesday to Thursday between 7.30am and 5pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays.
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Inspection activities
n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 provider. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she has updated her skills and knowledge, and evaluated her practice. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks. The childminder discussed with the inspector the policies and procedures she would use when caring for children. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.
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Inspection activities
19 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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Inspection activities
19 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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Inspection activities
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