Childminder in Solihull

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

The quality of education Inadequate Behaviour and attitudes Inadequate Personal development Inadequate Leadership and management Inadequate Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is inadequate

The safety and welfare of children is not assured. This is because children are not adequately supervised at times during the day. Practice for checking sleeping children is weak. Children are not checked often enough when sleeping in a room with the door closed away from other children playing. At mealtimes, the childminder spends minimal amount of time supervising the children when they are eating. Children are at greater risk of choking during these times as the childminder becomes distracted. Sometimes, the childminder does not ensure that children can fully participate in learning experiences. For instance, children sit in high chairs with straps that restrict their movements. They struggle to reach the resources when colouring at the table. Although children generally behave well, at times, they become frustrated when the childminder stops them from exploring and places them at activities she has chosen for them.

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The provision is inadequate

Although resources are limited, children spend time playing. They stand at the table and concentrate as they build towers using wooden bricks. The childminder praises their achievements and sometimes the children respond. The quality of teaching children receive is variable. At times, the childminder interacts with some children more than others. Children are not given the support to help acquire new skills during the activities on offer. That said, children go on local walks with the childminder to learn about the world around them. For example, children visit the local library or walk in the park.

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need to do better?

n Although the childminder knows the children well, she does not have a good understanding of her intent for her curriculum. She supports children's learning around their current next steps. However, her understanding of what children need to learn next is poor. She focuses learning on areas such as mathematics and letter recognition, when children are unable to communicate. This does not give children the foundations they need to make good progress in their development. n The childminder shares some support she has provided for children who may be falling behind in their development. She has liaised with parents when she has observed concerns. The childminder has attended some training to build on her professional understanding of some specific learning needs. However, she has not yet accessed support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This does not ensure children are fully supported with their

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need to do better?

development. n The childminder does not maintain accurate attendance records of children. She is unable to locate paperwork about some of the children in her care. This demonstrates that information is not accessible and impacts on her ability to

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need to do better?

1 July 2022 safeguard children effectively. n Children's health and hygiene is not promoted. At mealtimes, children are placed in their high chairs ready for their lunch. Children do not wash their hands before they sit down. However, the childminder does wipe the children's hands after they have finished. She does not talk to the children about why she is wiping their hands. This does not promote children's understanding of hygiene routines. The childminder does not change children's nappies often enough. For example, children are in attendance from early in the morning before they are checked or changed in the earlier part of the afternoon. n The childminder's procedure of monitoring existing injuries is poor. She does not always document existing injuries and monitor these. This does not demonstrate a robust system to ensure that the safety or welfare of children is paramount. The childminder is unable to demonstrate a good understanding of what needs

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need to do better?

to be reported to Ofsted. n Parents say that they feel supported and that the childminder has worked well with supporting their children's needs. The childminder shares information with parents about their children. She shares assessments with parents to keep them up to date with their child's learning and what she is currently working on with the children. n The childminder has some understanding of what children might need to learn next to prepare them for school. She recognises the importance of building their resilience and understanding of emotions, and talking to them about how they might feel.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder does not have a good enough understanding of how to manage allegations against a household member. She is unaware of the role of the local authority designated officer and the correct reporting procedures should an allegation be made. The childminder does have an awareness of different types of abuse. She recognises the signs and symptoms that a child may be at risk of harm and who she would report to if she was concerned about a child. She has a good understanding of the 'Prevent' duty and female genital mutilation.

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Due date

gain a better understanding of the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against a household member 29/07/2022

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Due date

1 July 2022 implement better arrangements to ensure children are appropriately supervised, particularly regarding mealtimes 29/07/2022

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improve sleeping arrangements and ensure that sleeping children are frequently checked 22/07/2022

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Due date

improve the organisation of recording and storing documentation to ensure all information is readily available and accurate, including registers for children's attendance 22/07/2022

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Due date

gain a better understanding of what is reportable to Ofsted 29/07/2022

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maintain a written record of all existing injuries and how you monitor these 29/07/2022

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improve hygiene routines, including handwashing and nappy changes, to promote health and well-being for children 29/07/2022

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Due date

gain a better understanding of the early years foundation stage to plan a suitably challenging curriculum that meets the individual developmental needs of all children 05/08/2022

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Due date

ensure you make arrangements to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities promptly. 29/07/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY235812 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 10073112 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 2 Date of previous inspection 26 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Shirley, Solihull. She provides care all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Parents shared their views of the setting with a written testimony for the inspector. n The childminder carried out an activity and the inspector discussed the intent of the activity and how this was supporting the children.

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Inspection activities

1 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

1 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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