Childminder in Milton Keynes

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is able to identify risks to children. However, she does not take action to minimise these and ensure that her premises and resources are clean and ready for use by children. For example, the childminder stores hazardous cleaning products within reach of children in the kitchen and bathroom. She does not ensure that high chairs available to support younger babies at mealtimes are suitably cleaned and ready for safe and hygienic use. Some floor areas of the childminder's home contain pet faeces, such as rabbit droppings. n On the day of the inspection, the childminder was unable to share evidence to demonstrate that she has valid public liability insurance. This breach in requirement was raised at the previous inspection. Therefore, the childminder is not able to demonstrate that she can address weaknesses and comply with requirements. n The childminder does not demonstrate a suitable understanding of the seven

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This provision does not meet requirements

areas of learning and development. She is unable to explain what each area of learning is and how she can provide learning opportunities within these for children from birth to age five. n The childminder is unfamiliar with the statutory requirement to provide parents with a written summary of their child's development in the prime areas between the ages of two and three. She is unable to explain what the written summary should contain, when it should be completed and who it should be shared with. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how she would develop positive partnership with parents. For instance, she describes how she would share information with parents each day about their children's activities and the food they have eaten. n Through discussion, the childminder is able to explain how she would meet children's personal needs. For example, she describes procedures for sleep routines and for monitoring sleeping children. She talks about regular

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This provision does not meet requirements

opportunities for children to have fresh air and exercise each day, such as through walks in the local area and outings to the park. n The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of how to support children's behaviour. For instance, she explains the benefits of using positive praise to recognise children's efforts and achievements. She talks about the need to work with parents to promote consistent approaches for children who may present with more challenging behaviour. n The childminder ensures that her safeguarding knowledge is secure. She demonstrates this by completing relevant training, such as in relation to the 'Prevent' duty and female genital mutilation. The childminder is able to talk about the signs and symptoms of abuse. She is familiar with local safeguarding partnership procedures should she need to refer a concern about children's welfare or should an allegation be made.

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This provision does not meet requirements

12 May 2022 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 areas of the premises, and resources used by children, are clean, safe and ready for use 09/06/2022

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Due date

provide Ofsted with evidence to demonstrate valid public liability insurance is in place. 26/05/2022

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Due date

improve knowledge of the seven areas of learning and development in order to plan a suitable and challenging curriculum for all children across the early years age range 09/06/2022

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Due date

develop understanding of the requirements of the progress check at age two, including when it should be completed, what is should contain and who it should be shared with. 26/05/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538289 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 10231974 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 0 Date of previous inspection 4 June 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Monkston Park, Milton Keynes. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday during school holidays only. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation available on the day of the inspection, such as evidence of appropriate first-aid training. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development and safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Inspection activities

12 May 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

12 May 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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Inspection activities

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