Childminder in Thurrock

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of all aspects of safeguarding. She does not know the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care. n The childminder does not implement a policy that is in line with local safeguarding partners. She does not know the procedure to follow should an allegation be made against herself or a member of her household. n The childminder is not aware of how individual agencies work together to safeguard children. She does not know about the statutory guidance 'Working together to safeguard children'. n The childminder does not have a secure procedure to gather required information about children's dietary or health requirements, such as allergies, at the point of registration. n Through discussion, the childminder describes how she will manage children's behaviour in a positive way. She will ensure expectations are clearly understood

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by all the children. The childminder explains that she will work with parents, so that they can support their children's behaviour at home. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnerships with parents to maintain continuity in children's care and education. She understands that providing daily verbal or written feedback helps to ensure that parents are involved in their children's learning and development. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to keep her home safe and how to reduce possible hazards to children. n The childminder knows how to promote children's well-being and physical development. She describes how she intends to provide daily opportunities for children to play outside and take trips and outings to provide a variety of opportunities. She demonstrates how she supports children to develop a healthy lifestyle. This supports children's growing personal development.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of evaluating children's development and identifying what they need to learn next to help them make progress. She explains how she would use children's individual interests and developing skills to plan a range of activities. n The childminder demonstrates secure knowledge of how to promote diversity and inclusion. She talks about how she will teach children about similarities and differences between themselves and others, such as their cultures and physical attributes.

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This provision does not meet requirements

18 October 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

improve knowledge of safeguarding procedures, with regard to what action to take if an allegation is made against a household member 01/11/2022

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Due date

implement a policy and procedures in line with local safeguarding partnerships to ensure that any concerns about children's welfare are responded to without delay 01/11/2022

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Due date

improve knowledge of the requirement to have regard to the statutory guidance 'Working together to safeguard children' 01/11/2022

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Due date

obtain clear information about children's dietary and/or special health requirements at the start of all childminding arrangements. 11/11/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2583156 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 10251038 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 4 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She operates all year round from 7pm to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except 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 talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the inspector about resources and equipment she uses when caring for children. n The inspector looked at policies and documents used by the childminder when caring for children and viewed documents relating to evidence of the suitability of household members. n The childminder described her self-evaluation process and told the inspector how she plans to continue to make improvements.

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Inspection activities

18 October 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 October 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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