Childminder in Essex

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has failed to address the action raised at her last inspection. She still does not hold a valid paediatric first-aid certificate. n The childminder explains how she intends to provide a broad curriculum that considers children's ages and stages of development. She has a secure understanding of how children learn. The childminder understands the importance of identifying gaps in children's learning and promptly providing the appropriate support so they can make good progress. n The childminder can identify the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and understands the action to take if she has a concern about a child. She knows her responsibility to report any allegations against adults to the relevant agencies. The childminder also had a sound knowledge of wider safeguarding issues, such as concerns about radicalisation. n Through discussion, the childminder describes appropriate behaviour

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management techniques. She understands the importance of showing children respect, being a good role model for them to copy and to help them understand what is expected of them. The childminder discusses how she will observe and monitor children to see how best she can help them to regulate their feelings and to understand the affect their behaviour can have on others. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to be independent. She intends to provide opportunities throughout all daily activities for children to learn how to do thing for themselves, such as putting on their coats, feeding themselves, washing their hands and using the toilet. n During the inspection, the childminder spoke about the importance of involving parents in their children's learning. She intends to provide parents with daily updates on their children's progress. The childminder will help parents continue

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supporting their children's development at home. n The childminder understands how to support children who speak English as an additional language. She intends to obtain information from parents about children's home languages, cultures and backgrounds. The childminder will use this information to support children's language development and to provide an inclusive environment that celebrates everyone's similarities and differences. n Through discussion, the childminder explained how she will support children to settle and form secure attachments to her. She intends to provide a safe, nurturing, home-from-home environment, where she will be at the children's level, engaging them in positive interactions, for example praising them for their achievements and being there when they need a cuddle.

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This provision does not meet requirements

5 November 2021 There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 a current paediatric first-aid certificate is held at all times. 03/12/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number 202770 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10193723 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 24 May 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Rayleigh, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the resources and the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's progress, implement the curriculum and undertake observations and planning. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household and the childminder's qualification certificates. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children.

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Inspection activities

5 November 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

5 November 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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