Childminder in Essex

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder fails to maintain her paediatric first-aid qualification. This action was also raised at her previous inspection. n The childminder does not recognise the importance of risk assessing her home. The garden is currently not safe because there are dangerous items stored at the rear of the garden, which are accessible to children, such as broken garden furniture and electrical equipment. The fence panels along one side of the garden are damaged and contain large screws, which protrude from the wood. In addition, hazardous cleaning materials are stored in the bathroom in reach of children. n The childminder does not maintain appropriate public liability insurance and the relevant records are not readily available for inspection, as required. n The childminder explains how she intends to organise her home when caring for minded children. She plans to make use of the local environment to enhance

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children's experiences and to provide learning opportunities. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She describes how she would gain information from parents about children's development when they start with her. The childminder explains that she will involve them in their child's learning and share information on what parents can do to support their child's progress at home. n The childminder describes how she regularly updates her childcare knowledge, for example, through training. She is aware of changes to the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage and other relevant guidance. n The childminder explains how she intends to assure children's well-being through her practice and procedures. For example, she plans to provide children with healthy snacks and meals and will take account of their medical needs or food preferences. n The childminder understands the importance of monitoring children's

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development and identifying what they need to learn next to help them to make progress. She explains how she would use what she knows about each child to plan a range of activities, which builds on their individual interests and emerging skills. n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of the types of abuse and the signs that would indicate that a child is being mistreated or abused. She has a firm understanding of wider safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation and county lines.

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This provision does not meet requirements

8 September 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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Due date

maintain a full and current paediatric first-aid certificate 07/10/2022

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Due date

implement an effective risk assessment to help identify and minimise any hazards to children 07/10/2022

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Due date

ensure appropriate insurance is in place at all times 07/10/2022

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Due date

make sure relevant records are available for inspection. 07/10/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY370264 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10124916 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 9 March 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Loughton, Essex. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 9am to 5pm, Wednesday to Friday, except for 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 inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for her curriculum. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare, and learning and 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 September 2022 8 September 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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