Parker, Victoria Dianne

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

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

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The provision is inadequate

Children's safety is not assured because there are gaps in the childminder's and her assistants' knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures. Furthermore, while home renovations are taking place, large numbers of children are confined to one room. There is not enough space for them to move freely and comfortably. Children are not easily able to access activities that are challenging and that interest them. At times, children are not engaged in meaningful learning experiences. Despite this, children are cheerful and eager to join in with activities when they are made available to them. For example, children cheer loudly when the childminder asks if they want to play with bricks as she places a box on the floor.

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The provision is inadequate

Children show positive friendships and play well together. They successfully complete jigsaw puzzles, taking it in turns to put in the pieces. Children initiate their own games. They show each other how high they can jump. Children create a bridge with their legs. They giggle as their friends take it in turns to crawl through. Overall, children behave well. They show that they are familiar with the daily routines and know what is expected of them. For example, children wait patiently while the room is prepared for lunch. They sit at the table and show good manners as they say thank you as they are handed their lunch box.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not have an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of child protection policies and procedures to promote children's safety. Equally, she has not ensured that her assistants understand their safeguarding roles and responsibilities as required. n The childminder has not considered the implications of carrying out building work in her home while she is caring for children. She has not taken appropriate steps to minimise the impact on children's care and learning. During this time, the available space for children to play safely and comfortably within the home is significantly reduced and does not meet the requirements. n The childminder is aware of what children know and can do and recognises when children may need additional support. She understands that children learn through play. At times, the childminder's interactions with children are positive. For example, she explains the rules of a sound bingo, and checks that children

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need to do better?

understand before play starts. However, she has not paid sufficient attention to her own professional development or that of her assistants. This means that the quality of interactions with children is too variable, and children are not consistently supported in developing the skills they need for their future learning. n The childminder does not always have high enough expectations of what

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need to do better?

23 February 2022 children can do for themselves. At times, she and her assistants do things for children because it is easier and takes less time. For example, children of all ages drink from cups with lids. Instead of learning to wash their hands independently before eating they have hand sanitizer squirted in their hands. Assistants are too quick to spoon feed younger children their lunch despite being able to do this for themselves. n Children are friendly and sociable. They confidently approach visitors and are eager to share exciting news from home. They talk to their friends, the childminder and assistants as they play and during daily routines. Children sit and listen to stories read to them. When given the opportunity, older children show how they can recognise their name on their drinks cup. n The childminder establishes positive relationships with parents. She gathers some useful information to help her to meet children's needs. For example, how

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children like to rest, their dietary requirements and what they like to play with at home. Parents speak positively about the childminder and the service she provides. They comment that they like that the childminder regularly takes their children on outings in the local community, such as stay-and-play sessions and parks. n Children enjoy some time to play outside. They are free to choose what they would like to play with from the resources on offer. Children use sit-and-ride toys, competently navigating the space available. They initiate a game of catch. Children show good hand-to-eye coordination as they take it in turns to throw and catch a small toy from one to another.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

While the childminder understands that she has responsibilities to keep children safe. She has not ensured that she and her assistants have an up-to-date understanding of what to do should they have a safeguarding concern. For example, they do not know how to report a concern should they be concerned about a child's welfare. In addition, they are not aware of the procedures they should follow should there be an allegation made against them or someone else working in the setting. That said, they have completed some online training to help improve their awareness of the 'Prevent' duty guidance. The childminder has failed to take appropriate steps to ensure that there is sufficient space for children. However, she ensures that the adult-to-child ratios are met, and registers of attendance show the times and arrival of all children. She ensures that children play within her and her assistant's sight and hearing. The premises are secure, and

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Safeguarding

the required fire detection equipment is in place.

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Due date

ensure that the indoor space available for children meets the requirements at all times 29/03/2022

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Due date

gain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of child protection policies and procedures to safeguard children 29/03/2022

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Due date

ensure that all assistants understand their safeguarding roles and responsibilities and have an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures 29/03/2022

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Due date

focus professional development opportunities to gain skills and knowledge in order to offer quality learning and development experiences for children 29/03/2022

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Due date

implement effective arrangements to support, coach and train assistants to help them improve their knowledge, skills and their interactions with children. 29/03/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY372061 Local authority North Northamptonshire Inspection number 10221356 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 18 Number of children on roll 25 Date of previous inspection 15 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Barton Seagrave. She regularly works with two assistants. The childminder operates all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting 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 observed the quality of activities and assessed the impact this has on children's enjoyment and learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the adults living on the premises. n The inspector spoke with the childminder, assistants and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector and childminder discussed the learning and curriculum offered to children.

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Inspection activities

23 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

23 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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