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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not demonstrate a clear understanding of all matters that must be notified to Ofsted. For example, she is unaware of her responsibility to notify Ofsted if a child in her care has a serious accident or injury. n The childminder does not understand that she must only administer prescribed medication when she has written permission from parents. She does not have an effective system in place to obtain information about children's need for medicines. This puts children's safety and welfare at risk. n The childminder does not demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of child development and how children learn. She does not know how to assess children's development accurately in order to monitor their progress and plan experiences that are tailored to meet each child's learning needs. n The childminder does not know how to share information effectively with other settings children attend. This does not ensure continuity in children's care and

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education. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of how to identify a child who could be at risk of harm. She knows the appropriate action to take if she has concerns about children's welfare. The childminder understands wider aspects of safeguarding, such as the 'Prevent' duty. n The childminder ensures her premises are safe. She conducts daily risk assessments to identify and remove any hazards. n The childminder understands how to work in partnership with parents to maintain consistency in children's care. n The childminder knows how to make sure children understand about keeping healthy, such as by learning about good oral health.

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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

improve knowledge and understanding of incidents and changes that must be notified to Ofsted 20/07/2022

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Due date

29 June 2022 implement an effective system to obtain knowledge about children's needs for medicines 20/07/2022

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Due date

ensure that medicine is only administered to a child where written permission for that particular medicine has been obtained from the child's parent and/or carer 20/07/2022

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ensure a regular two-way flow of information sharing with other settings that children attend to promote consistency in children's care and education 20/07/2022

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Due date

ensure that information gained from assessing children's development is accurate in order to have a precise understanding of children's skills and abilities 20/07/2022

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Due date

develop a good understanding of how to use information to plan learning experiences that are tailored to meet each child's needs. 20/07/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY556359 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10174938 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 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She operates her setting all year around from 7.15am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was 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 talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about resources and equipment used. n The inspector looked at policies and documents used by the childminder when caring for children and viewed documents relating to evidence of the suitability of household members.

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Inspection activities

29 June 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

29 June 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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