Childminder in Doncaster

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

The quality of education Inadequate Behaviour and attitudes Inadequate Personal development Inadequate Leadership and management Inadequate Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is inadequate

The childminder has a poor understanding of how to keep children safe in her care. She does not understand the correct procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child. She does not know who to contact should an allegation be made against her or her family. The childminder does not have a good enough understanding of the learning and development requirements. As a result, she does not build on what children already know and can do to further their learning and development, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

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The provision is inadequate

Children have formed a caring relationship with the childminder. They confidently go to her and ask for cuddles when needed. Children play nicely together. They are learning to take turns and share. The childminder reminds them when they forget. Children show they feel safe in the setting.

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The provision is inadequate

Children choose what they want to do and lead their own play. They confidently ask for activities to play with, these are then provided. For example, when children request to draw, a large drawing pad and pencils are provided. However, teaching is not good enough to build on what children know and does not challenge or excite their learning.

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need to do better?

n The playroom is organised so that children can access resources. Other areas accessible to children are not safe. Large equipment such as a highchair and vacuum cleaner are a risk to children who may pull them onto themselves. In the outdoor area, there is no lock on the low gate to prevent anyone entering or children leaving. As a result, children are not safe. n The childminder does not have the skills and knowledge to plan motivating learning experiences. She has failed to ensure that activities meets children's individual needs, interests, or offer them challenge. She does not know what she wants children to learn next. For example, she provides children with baby pop- up toys that offer no challenge or interest to children and are not age- appropriate. As a result, children are not effectively engaged and learning is inconsistent. n The childminder does not engage in children's activities. She watches their play

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need to do better?

rather than supporting and extending their learning. She provides resources for children to create their own play activities and experiences. For example, children ask if they can make sandwiches. They use their physical skills to butter their bread when making their sandwiches. However, the childminder does not support children to extend their physical skills and build on what they know and can do.

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need to do better?

10 February 2022 n Overall, the childminder supports good hygiene routines for most children. She encourages children to wash their hands before eating. The childminder encourages children's independence in their personal care routines. However, this is inconsistent and, as a result, children are not clear about what they should be doing. For example, when children ask to go on the potty she responds, 'big girls go to the toilet'. When asked what she would do without another adult present the childminder explained they would use the potty. n The childminder has not completed the required progress check for children between the ages of two- and three-years-old. These enable professionals to check children are achieving their milestones, and to support the implementation of additional support for children that need it. As a result, parents and other professionals are not aware of children's progress, including those with SEND.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not effectively support the development of children's speech and language skills. She does not introduce new words to children or clarify that children understand what is being said. For example, she watches as children say the names of the animals in the zoo but does not discuss or ask questions about these. As a result, children are not making good progress in their speech and language development, especially children with SEND.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of family members working in her home. Therefore, they have not had the required checks completed by Ofsted to ensure they are suitable. They are left unsupervised with children and carry out their personal care routines. The childminder understands the signs and symptoms that indicate a child could be at risk of harm. However, she does not know who to contact should she have concerns. The childminder does not know the procedures to follow or who to contact should an allegation be made against her or her family. The childminder has completed her paediatric first-aid training, so is able to support children in the event of an accident.

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Due date

provide information so Ofsted can check the suitability of any person working in the childminder's home when children are present 28/02/2022

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Due date

10 February 2022 improve understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm, including radicalisation 28/02/2022

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Due date

improve understanding of the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child, or if an allegation is made against the childminder or family members 28/02/2022

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Due date

ensure all areas accessible to children are free from hazards and premises are secure to prevent children leaving or adults entering 28/02/2022

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Due date

develop the skills and knowledge to implement a curriculum that provides challenge, through stimulating and challenging activities 28/02/2022

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Due date

complete the progress check for children aged between two- and three-years, and share this with parents and other professionals 28/02/2022

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Due date

develop a good understanding of supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and know where to seek additional support. 28/02/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 317910 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10072851 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 4 Date of previous inspection 11 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in the Armthorpe area of Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first 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 childminder and inspector discussed the children's routines and what the childminder plans for the children's learning and development. n Children spoke to the inspector about their experiences in the setting. n The inspector made observations throughout the inspection of children's experiences in the setting. n A meeting was held with the childminder. This included a review of relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability of people working on the premises. n The inspector observed the safety of the premises to ensure children are safe.

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Inspection activities

10 February 2022 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

10 February 2022 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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