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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Liverpool

Inspected 8 Jul 2022 · published 11 Aug 2022 · URN EY317593

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  • Inspection date verified

    8 Jul 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Kerry Maddock

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY317593

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  • OverallNot met

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What needs to improve 59%About the inspection 41%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is not able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage and, as a result, has failed to meet several of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. The childminder has not ensured that all adults living in the household are known to Ofsted. Consequently, the necessary suitability checks have not been carried out. Therefore, children's safety cannot be assured. n The childminder has not ensured that required registration documentation is kept up to date as she has not informed Ofsted of the change to her marital status. The childminder not maintained her first-aid certificate. This means that in the event of an accident and/or injury children's health and safety cannot be assured. n The childminder's understanding of safeguarding is weak. For example, she is unsure of procedures to follow if an allegation is made against herself or another

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This provision does not meet requirements

adult living in the household. She is not sure where to report concerns if she is worried about a child's welfare. This does not promote the welfare of children. Therefore, arrangements for safeguarding are not effective. n The childminder has not kept her knowledge of the early years foundation stage up to date. She was not able to demonstrate an understanding of the areas of learning or provide a clear picture of how she will support children's development. This impacts on her ability to provide a varied programme of well- planned activities to support children's learning. n The childminder demonstrates limited knowledge of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. For example, she is not clear on how she will identify children who may have additional needs. She does not know where to seek support for children or how to seek suitable training to help close gaps in knowledge.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is unclear how she will monitor and assess children's learning and development. The childminder is uncertain, for example, of the requirements to complete a written progress check for children aged between two and three years. n The childminder does not demonstrate how she will keep parents informed of children's progress or how she will involve them in their child's learning.

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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 the procedures to follow in the event of an allegation being made against an adult 30/07/2022

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improve knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure children's safety and welfare 30/07/2022

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ensure that all people living on the premises have their suitability checked and are known to Ofsted 30/07/2022

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ensure that the certificate of registration holds the correct details and is available for parents/carers to view on request 30/07/2022

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ensure that a paediatric first-aid certificate is completed and maintained 30/07/2022

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maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the early years foundation stage requirements in order to support children's learning and protect their well- being and welfare 30/07/2022

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develop procedures to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years 30/07/2022

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undertake appropriate training and professional development to ensure that quality learning experiences are provided for children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities 30/07/2022

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Due date

develop ways to keep parents informed of their child's progress and involve them in their learning. 30/07/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY317593 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 10132549 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 17 October 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2006. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm all year round with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 that are used for childminding and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of household members, public liability insurance and the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate. n The inspector and childminder spoke about how she will plan for children's learning and provide activities that support development.

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Inspection activities

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 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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Inspection activities

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