Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
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- Inspection date verified
8 Jul 2022
- Inspectors verified
Lisa Bennett
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Outstanding
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
205087
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- The childminder has a secure understanding about how to safeguard children. p.2
- She has an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding issues, including her responsibilities regarding the 'Prevent' duty guidance. p.2
- The childminder can identify signs that could indicate a child is at risk of harm. p.2
- She knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns about children to other agencies. p.2
- Through discussion, the childminder can explain how she intends to support children's learning. p.2
- She demonstrates an understanding of how to provide learning experiences for children across the seven areas of learning. p.2
- The childminder confidently shares the systems she has in place to observe and assess children's development and plan to help them make progress in their learning. p.2
- The childminder demonstrates high regard for children's good health. p.2
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Health & safety2
“medication that children may require.” p.2
Anatomy of the report
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- Pages
- 6
- Words of findings
- 491
- longer than usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 43, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 16 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder has a secure understanding about how to safeguard children. She has an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding issues, including her responsibilities regarding the 'Prevent' duty guidance. The childminder can identify signs that could indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns about children to other agencies. This helps to keep children safe. n Through discussion, the childminder can explain how she intends to support children's learning. She demonstrates an understanding of how to provide learning experiences for children across the seven areas of learning. The childminder confidently shares the systems she has in place to observe and assess children's development and plan to help them make progress in their learning. n The childminder demonstrates high regard for children's good health. She talks about the procedures in place for the safe storage of, and administration of, any
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This provision meets requirements
medication that children may require. The childminder gives examples of different healthy foods and drinks she provides for children. She shows an understanding of how to cater for children's dietary requirements to meet their individual needs. n The childminder shares house rules in place to support children to understand her expectations for their behaviour. She explains how she would appropriately manage incidents of challenging or dangerous behaviours to keep children safe. n The childminder demonstrates commitment to providing an inclusive provision. She can explain how she would approach development concerns identified in children to help them access the right support. The childminder discusses how she would liaise with parents, other agencies and professionals from other settings children may attend. This helps to provide consistent support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and help them reach
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This provision meets requirements
their potential. n The childminder discusses systems in place for parent partnership. She explains how she shares information with parents about children's care, learning and experiences that they have enjoyed. Parent feedback demonstrates that they are overwhelmingly positive about the service the childminder provides. n The childminder has continued to complete training and professional development opportunities to keep her knowledge up to date. She shows a reflective nature and continually reads guidance and documentation relevant to the sector, so she remains informed of changes to requirements. The childminder has maintained her paediatric first-aid training. n The childminder completes all required information and records, which are available and accessible upon request. She maintains clear and accurate records of children's hours of attendance.
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This provision meets requirements
8 July 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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Setting details
Unique reference number 205087 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10115913 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 9 Date of previous inspection 20 March 2015
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 1980 and lives in Worcester. She operates Monday to Friday during school term times. Sessions are from 7.15am until 9am, and 3.15pm until 6pm.
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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder to discuss how she meets the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage' n The inspector viewed written feedback from parents and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of all adults.
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Inspection activities
8 July 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
8 July 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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