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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Devon

Inspected 18 May 2022 · published 4 Aug 2022 · URN EY452655

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Summary

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  • Inspection date verified

    18 May 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Den Russell

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY452655

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  • OverallNot met

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

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−16Mixedmore positive than 62% of reports of this type graded Not met
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5
Words of findings
302
shorter than usual (typical 401)
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Hard
Flesch 46, typical 46
Average sentence
18 words
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Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to safeguard children and understands how to report any concerns she may have. However, due to a period of not minding children, she has let her safeguarding training and paediatric first-aid certificate lapse. She is aware that this needs to be addressed. n The childminder has a knowledge of the learning and development requirements, including the progress check for children aged between two and three years. Through discussion, she demonstrates an understanding of how to share information with parents about their children's progress. n The childminder is passionate about providing outdoor learning for children. She understands how to promote children's independence and support them to develop the skills they need in readiness for future learning. n The childminder knows how to encourage children to behave well, be kind to others and to develop their social skills.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy and hygienic practices, such as a balanced diet, good oral health and regular exercise. n The childminder knows how to identify and address areas for improvement. She discusses how she will involve parents and children in this process.

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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

obtain a current paediatric first-aid certificate 01/07/2022

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Due date

complete a relevant child protection training course, taking account of any advice from the local safeguarding partnership. 01/07/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452655 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10219980 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 8 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She provides childcare, Monday to Friday throughout the year, in Totnes, Devon.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder showed the inspector the policies and procedures and documentation that she uses when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability for persons living in the household. n The inspector and childminder had a discussion on how she evaluates her provision and plans for improvement. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that children will use and discussed the equipment and toys available.

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Inspection activities

18 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

18 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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