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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspected 29 Nov 2021 · published 6 Jan 2022 · URN 2514944

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  • Inspection date verified

    29 Nov 2021

  • Inspectors verified

    Jen Staunton

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    2514944

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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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5
Words of findings
397
about usual (typical 401)
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Hard
Flesch 43, typical 46
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19 words
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5%
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What needs to improve 51%About the inspection 49%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is not proactive in ensuring that her safeguarding knowledge is kept up to date. She does not know all relevant local safeguarding partnership procedures. For example, she does not know how to manage allegations made against herself or a household member. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has a wide range of resources available in her home to support children's learning. n The childminder understands how to use information gained from observations and assessment to identify children's learning needs and how to support their development further. n The childminder is aware of the benefits of working closely with parents, outside agencies and other providers. She knows the value of how this helps to meet children's needs and to ensure continuity of their learning and progress. n The childminder knows how to promote children's positive behaviour. She

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This provision does not meet requirements

understands the importance of teaching children to respect others and develop an understanding of what is expected of them. n The childminder discussed how she carries out risk assessment procedures of her home and for outings to minimise risks and hazards. She is aware of providing a safe environment for children to play in. n The childminder understands how to support children's health and emotional well-being. She plans to provide children with nutritious snacks and regular opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise. n Although the childminder has attended some mandatory training, such as first aid, she is yet to establish a targeted programme of professional development, to further improve her knowledge and skills to the very highest level.

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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

29 November 2021 gain a secure knowledge and understanding of local safeguarding partnership procedures, including when and where to report allegations made against adults working with children. 19/01/2022

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should:

n implement a programme of professional development to raise the quality of practice and teaching to the highest levels.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2514944 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10191820 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 3 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 2019. She lives in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. The childminder works Monday to Friday for most weeks of the year. She holds a childcare qualification at level 6.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a learning walk with the childminder and held discussions about her practice. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. n The inspector looked at the resources available for children. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her responsibilities to meet all requirements, including safeguarding children, and helping children to progress.

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Inspection activities

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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