Childminder in Kingston upon Hull

Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not understand the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She does not know who to contact if she has a child protection concern about a child in her care. The childminder does not know the procedures and who to contact if an allegation is made against herself or a member of her family. As a result, children are not safe. n The childminder does not have current information regarding the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. She is not aware of the changes implemented in September 2021 that will have an impact on her practice. n The childminder does not have a clear understanding of the mandatory progress check for children aged between two and three years. She does not understand why this is completed and with whom this should be shared. n The childminder has some paperwork in place. This includes accident forms, pre- existing injury records and suitability checks for people living in her home. She

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This provision does not meet requirements

understands the importance of completing these and sharing them with parents. n The childminder has a wide selection of resources for the children to access when in her care, both indoors and outdoors. The childminder explained that the children really enjoy craft activities, so she ensures there is always plenty for them to access. n Parents are kept up to date with conversations when they drop off and pick up their children. The childminder shares any relevant information with schools and nurseries that children also attend. n The childminder has previously attended a variety of professional development courses. However, she has not attended any training since the COVID-19 pandemic started. As a result, the childminder is not clear about her roles and responsibilities regarding children's learning and development. n Example learning journals were viewed that demonstrated the childminder's ability to make observations of children's learning and development and termly

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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

develop an understanding of the learning and development requirements, giving priority to educational programmes for the prime and specific areas of learning 28/09/2022

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Due date

ensure the provider understands the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child could be at risk of harm, including 'Prevent' duty 28/09/2022

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ensure the provider knows who to contact if she has a child protection concern regarding a child in her care 28/09/2022

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ensure the provider knows who to contact if an allegation is made against herself or a member of her family 28/09/2022

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Due date

ensure the childminder understands and completes children's progress checks at age two and shares these with the relevant people 28/09/2022

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Due date

ensure the provider has current and relevant documents, including the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. 28/09/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435487 Local authority Kingston Upon Hull City Council Inspection number 10193811 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 12 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 30 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and is located in the city of Hull. She operates all year round, from 7am to 8pm, from Monday to Saturday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2. She also offers overnight care and is registered to work with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first 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 their evaluation of the childminder. n A meeting was held with the childminder. This included a review of relevant documentation, including suitability and training. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder. This included a review of the relevant documentation regarding the learning and development of children and how the childminder implements this. n The inspector and the childminder discussed how the provision is organised. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the leadership and management of the provision.

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Inspection activities

7 September 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

7 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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