Childminder in Dudley

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 inspector was informed by the childminder that she was not currently minding, despite children being present. Children's safety is compromised. The childminder does not carry out risk assessments that are thorough enough. Younger children can access small items that pose a choking hazard. The childminder has not sustained improvements she made following enforcement action which was issued earlier this year. The premises are cluttered and are not kept to an acceptable level of cleanliness.

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The provision is inadequate

Children enjoy trying to play with a large garage and cars. However, they cannot access resources to their full potential. They are pushed in a corner and other toys are in front or strewn over the floor. Children cannot make independent choices about their play. There are very little planned activities or resources available to meet their needs. For example, jigsaws have pieces missing and books are out of reach.

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The provision is inadequate

The childminder does not have high expectations for children or have clear learning intentions for the activities that she provides. She lifts a coloured scarf from a container and waves it at the children. They show little interest and proceed to pick items off the floor, mainly cars. The childminder does get down at the child's level and follows his interest in cars and which is his favourite. Children are generally happy and settled in the childminder's care. The childminder provides daily opportunities for children to be physically active and spend time outside in the fresh air. For example, children visit the local parks and enjoy climbing on a range of play equipment.

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need to do better?

n Children's health is compromised. The childminder does not follow robust hygiene routines, such as ensuring the premises and resources for children are clean. The playroom is covered in dust, dirt and sticky stains are on the soft furnishings. The flooring and carpets throughout are not clean. Children have inappropriate access to rubbish which is scattered about the environment. The childminder does not wash her hands in between nappy changing. This does not help to teach children positive hygiene practices and increases the risk of cross- infection. n The premises are not organised in a way that meets children's needs. At times, the area designated for play is cluttered with too many discarded toys, which results in limited space for just mobile or crawling babies. There is a risk that children may trip and fall over things in this environment, and they are restricted in their play. n The childminder does not risk assess some of the activities and resources she

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need to do better?

25 March 2022 provides well enough, to ensure younger children remain safe. She does not fully consider the developmental stage of some of the children. As a result, small items that could be swallowed by younger children and babies are freely available at their height or on the floor. n The childminder does not keep appropriate records and make them available for inspection. She does not provide written summaries of children's progress between the ages of two and three years for parents, as required. This means any gaps in learning or progress are not swiftly identified. Although she keeps a written record of accidents or injuries and first-aid treatment, she does not inform parents of any accident or injury sustained on the same day. This means children's well-being and safety are not assured. The childminder also does not display her certificate of registration, which is a requirement. n The childminder considers ongoing professional development. For example, she

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need to do better?

is completing a relevant degree to try to ensure better outcomes for children. However, she does not put what she learns into effective practice to raise the quality of education to a consistently good level. n Self-evaluation is ineffective as it has not identified gaps in the childminder's weak practice. She can identify some of the strengths in her provision such as, knowing her children well, being approachable and flexible for parents. The childminder has also welcomed support from the local authority adviser. However, this has had little impact as improvements have not been sustained. n The childminder has continued working during most of the COVID-19 pandemic. During the national lockdowns, she cared for the children of key workers. Parents comment how well the childminder supported them through this period. They are complimentary about her care, and state how they trust her to care for their children. Parents feel their children are settled and well cared for.

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need to do better?

n The childminder gathers some information from parents during settling-in sessions. For example, she finds out what children like to play with at home and about their care routines to help them settle in smoothly. She provides children who speak English as an additional language with some opportunities to build on their communication and language development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder does not identify all potential risks to children's safety and well- being. She has accessed child protection training and demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the signs that a child might be at risk of abuse or neglect. The childminder is confident to talk about the actions she would take should she have any concerns about a children's welfare. However, her practice does not reflect this. The childminder is clear about the actions she needs to take should an allegation be made against anyone living in her home. She holds a valid paediatric first-aid certificate, which was recently updated.

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Due date

risk assess all aspects of the provision to ensure that children are not exposed to risks, especially the resources used for younger children 14/04/2022

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Due date

implement effective hygiene procedures and practices to prevent the spread of infection and to ensure the premises and resources for children are clean 14/04/2022

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ensure that the premises and equipment are organised in a way that meets the needs of children, particularly with regard to meeting the indoor space requirements, and organised safely with sufficient clear space that is free from hazards 14/04/2022

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keep a written record of accidents or injuries and first-aid treatment and inform parents of any accident or injury sustained on the same day 14/04/2022

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ensure records for the safe and efficient management of the setting are maintained, in particular the recording of existing injuries children may have, to ensure they are safeguarded at all times. 14/04/2022

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ensure that records are easily accessible and available for inspection 14/04/2022

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ensure the certificate of registration is displayed and shown to parents and carers on request 14/04/2022

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Due date

25 March 2022 plan a suitably challenging curriculum to meet the individual needs and interests of all children and that supports their progress across all areas of learning 28/04/2022

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Due date

review children's progress when they are aged between two and three and provide parents with a short written summary of the child development in the prime areas. 28/04/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY473846 Local authority Dudley Inspection number 10231374 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 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 12 March 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Dudley, West Midlands. She operates all year round from 6am until 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for family and bank holidays. The childminder holds a recognised qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This is 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 was given a tour of the premises by the childminder and carried out a learning walk to discuss the childminder's curriculum. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector reviewed the written feedback provided by parents and took account of their views.

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Inspection activities

25 March 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

25 March 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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