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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in South Gloucestershire

Inspected 1 Nov 2022 · published 8 Dec 2022 · URN 136459

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  • Inspection date verified

    1 Nov 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Lorraine Sparey

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    136459

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  • OverallNot met

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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6
Words of findings
370
about usual (typical 401)
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Fairly hard
Flesch 53, typical 46
Average sentence
16 words
Next steps
8
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4%
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What needs to improve 46%About the inspection 54%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not know the procedures to follow if concerned about a child in her care. She is not familiar with some aspects of how to spot the risks children might face. The childminder also lacks knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of an allegation made against herself. This means children's safety is at risk of harm. n The childminder understands the importance of making sure that children learn about healthy lifestyles and how to follow good hygiene routines. For example, children learn good oral health, brushing their teeth before going to bed when staying overnight. The childminder promotes children's physical health and emotional well-being and takes account of any dietary needs. However, the childminder did not have a current and valid paediatric first-aid certificate. This means she may not be up to date with current first-aid procedures. n The childminder has procedures in place to work in partnership with parents.

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This provision does not meet requirements

She would talk to parents at drop off and collection times. n The childminder talked about the different activities she would provide to make sure children were engaged and interested in their play. For example, visiting the arboretum and local places of interest. As she currently cares for older children, she supports them with their homework. n The childminder talked about how she would manage children's behaviour. She states that it is important to keep children busy and occupied. If there is any unacceptable behaviour, she would explain in simple and clear language why that behaviour was unacceptable.

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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 of safeguarding and the procedures to follow, in line with the local safeguarding partnership 15/11/2022

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Due date

1 November 2022 obtain a current and valid paediatric first-aid certificate. 15/11/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 136459 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10125439 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 16 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives in Westerleigh, on the outskirts of Bristol. The childminder works all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the service she provides and how she works with parents. n The inspector completed a tour of the premises and looked at the areas used by the children. n The childminder and the inspector talked about how she meets children's individual needs. In addition, the inspector spoke about the learning opportunities she provides children with. n The inspector looked at some documentation.

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Inspection activities

1 November 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 November 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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