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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Birmingham

Inspected 29 Nov 2021 · published 23 Dec 2021 · URN EY347922

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  • Inspection date verified

    29 Nov 2021

  • Inspectors verified

    Hayley Lapworth

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY347922

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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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+22Mostly positivemore positive than 89% of reports of this type graded Not met
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  • Findings6w−50
  • What needs to improve495w+54

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Pages
6
Words of findings
489
about usual (typical 401)
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Flesch 46, typical 46
Average sentence
18 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
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7%
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 51%About the inspection 49%

Full report text

Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n Although the childminder notified Ofsted of adults living on the premises and applied for required checks to be completed, she has not followed through the full process. She is not able to provide a disclosure and barring service check for all adults living on the premises. n Although the childminder is aware of the signs and indicators of some areas of neglect, she is not knowledgeable enough about the 'Prevent' duty guidance and her responsibilities to protect children. n The childminder provides premises that are safe and suitable for childminding. Through discussion, she successfully identifies potential hazards in her home and demonstrates how she has minimised these to keep children safe. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnerships with parents. She explains how she gathers information from parents about their children's development when they first start attending. She shares how she

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This provision does not meet requirements

settles children into her home by providing toys and resources their parents say that they enjoy. The childminder discusses how she shares information with parents about their children's development. n The childminder identifies through discussion that she has some knowledge of the learning and development and the assessment requirements. She is aware of the prime areas of learning and explains the activities she would organise to support children's individual development. She shares examples of supporting children's physical development in local parks. n The childminder attends training to keep her knowledge current in first aid. She explains how she would manage accidents involving children in her care. The childminder also explains the procedures she would follow in the event of children becoming unwell while in her care. n The childminder is aware of all records, policies and procedures that are required for the safe and efficient management of her childminding provision.

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This provision does not meet requirements

She shares her records of children's attendance that show the time they arrive and depart. n In discussion, the childminder shares how she helps children to understand and be aware of her expectations for behaviour. She discusses that she involves older children in devising a list of house rules. The childminder explains how she promotes positive behaviour with younger children by using praise and reward to help children feel good about themselves.

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This provision does not meet requirements

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 that every adult living on the premises has a completed disclosure and barring service check without delay 06/12/2021

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Due date

increase knowledge and understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance, in order to fully safeguard all children. 06/12/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY347922 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10116119 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 8 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Birmingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 11pm, every day, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she plans to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and promote children's progress. n The inspector looked around the childminder's house and garden and assessed the suitability of the provision for childcare. This included the safety of the premises and the availability of equipment, toys and activities. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will put her policies and procedures into practice. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all adults. n The inspector looked at records and documentation. n The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's training.

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Inspection activities

29 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

29 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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Inspection activities

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Inspection activities

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Inspection activities

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