Childminder in Leicestershire

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

The quality of education Inadequate Behaviour and attitudes Inadequate Personal development Inadequate Leadership and management Inadequate Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is inadequate

Children's safety, health and welfare are compromised. They are exposed to risks in the childminder's home and garden as insufficient action is taken to minimise hazards. Children's learning is hindered due to a poorly organised and chaotic environment. The childminder does not understand how to plan learning experiences that ignite children's curiosity and enable them to learn.

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The provision is inadequate

Children do not make the progress they are capable of as the childminder's understanding of what they know and can do is not accurate. Children quickly become bored by some of the poorly delivered activities, which are not matched to their level of development. For example, children briefly access a box of large toy bricks but lose interest very quickly. The childminder's interactions do not engage or support children to learn from the resources she provides. Children sit with the childminder as she reads a story to them. However, children struggle to maintain attention as the book selected by the childminder is too difficult for them to understand.

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The provision is inadequate

Children's speech development is hindered due to poor support from the childminder. She does not do enough to promote their early understanding and language skills. Nonetheless, children generally behave well and actively follow daily routines. They form appropriate attachments with the childminder and confidently approach her for comfort and reassurance when needed. The childminder has flexible settling-in procedures, which she agrees with parents. These appropriately support children's smooth transition from home to her care.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not carry out effective risk assessments. As a result, she does not take action to recognise and minimise hazards. For example, the childminder does not secure cupboards containing heavy household items, and leaves electrical cords hanging within children's reach. Cleaning products are accessible to children. Plastic carrier bags are left in areas used by children, which poses a potential risk of suffocation. n Areas used by children are not adequately cleaned or suitably maintained. Children with coughs and sneezes are not reminded to cover their mouths to prevent cross-infection. Resources, particularly those used outdoors, are dirty and present a risk to children's good health. n The childminder's expectations for children's learning are too low. Children do not benefit from carefully planned activities and tailored support. The childminder carries out observations of children's learning. However, she does

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need to do better?

not accurately assess their abilities or find out what they can do when they first start. Children are not supported to make consistently good progress in all areas

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need to do better?

9 November 2021 of their learning. n Children's progress between the ages of two and three years is not accurately reviewed. The childminder is not fully aware of what individual children need to learn next, or how she can support their learning. Consequently, gaps in children's knowledge and development remain and they are not well prepared for school or the next stage of their learning. n The childminder does not carefully model new words or use speech to enable children to understand and extend their vocabulary. She does not personalise her interactions with children to ensure that the youngest of children can understand stories or the questions she asks. As a result, children do not make effective progress in their communication and language development. n The childminder does not recognise the weaknesses in her own practice. She has not identified areas in her provision that need development. As a result,

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there are breaches of legal requirements, and the curriculum provided for children is poor. n Daily routines help children to understand what happens next and what is expected of them. This helps to develop children's confidence and contributes to them feeling secure. Children are developing some independence as they visit the bathroom and wash their hands before meals and after using the toilet. n The childminder provides children with some opportunities and further experiences to develop their physical and social skills in the community. For instance, the childminder takes children to the local park, the library and toddler groups.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder does not prioritise children's safety. She does not identify all potential risks in the setting. Despite these weaknesses, the childminder can explain the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows the action to take should a child be at risk of abuse or neglect. The childminder knows how to contact the local authority for advice or to make a referral. She supports children to understand potential dangers associated with the use of the internet and how to keep themselves safe online.

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Due date

9 November 2021 ensure that risk assessments identify hazards effectively within the setting and implement appropriate safety measures so that children are not exposed to unacceptable risks 25/11/2021

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ensure that areas used for childcare are hygienically clean and well maintained 25/11/2021

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ensure that children's good health is promoted by taking all necessary steps to prevent the spread of infection 25/11/2021

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improve professional knowledge so that all children can be provided with quality learning and development experiences, particularly in the areas of communication and language 25/11/2021

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review and improve the organisation of equipment and resources, to meet the needs of children and promote all aspects of their learning 25/11/2021

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use assessment to identify accurately where children are in their development from their starting points and target any gaps in their learning 25/11/2021

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ensure that accurate reviews of children's progress are completed when they are between the ages of two and three years, and provide parents with a short written summary which highlights children's achievements and any areas where their development is less than expected 25/11/2021

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develop the curriculum, to plan and provide challenging activities that focus on children's most relevant next steps in learning 25/11/2021

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ensure that the support provided for children meets their individual needs, interests and stages of development. 25/11/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2520166 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10208024 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 4 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Loughborough. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 4. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 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 had a learning walk of the setting to understand how the provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documents. This included pertinent policies and evidence of the suitability of all those living or working at the setting. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector carried out a joint observation and evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector took account of the written feedback from parents.

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Inspection activities

9 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

9 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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