Childminder in Warwickshire

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 childminder is not meeting some of requirements of the early years foundation stage (EYFS). This means the safety of children cannot be assured. The childminder has poor knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding policy and procedures to follow if she has concerns. This puts children at significant risk. She has not kept her paediatric first-aid training up to date. The quality of education children receive is not good. This is because the childminder is unaware of changes to the learning and development requirements in the EYFS, resulting in children following an outdated curriculum. Assessments are not effective, due to the childminder's lack of understanding of the requirements.

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The provision is inadequate

That said, the children have formed a positive relationship with the childminder. They seek a comforting cuddle when they feel unsure and need extra reassurance. Children explore some activities during their time at the setting. For example, younger children concentrate as they place the ball onto the track and squeal in anticipation as they watch this roll down. However, there are times when children struggle to focus as some activities become cluttered and repetitive. For instance, children play with the same toys throughout their time at the setting. Children build on their knowledge of the world around them. They visit the local farm to meet the different animals.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not implement an effective safeguarding policy. She is unaware of changes to local authority safeguarding procedures, including where to report concerns. The childminder has not attended any recent training to build on her understanding of signs and symptoms of abuse, such as female genital mutilation. This demonstrates the childminder would be unable to recognise the possible risks to a child's welfare. n The childminder implements an outdated curriculum. This is because she is unaware of recent changes to the learning and development requirements in the EYFS. Consequently, her knowledge of how to implement a broad curriculum to support children's learning is poor. The childminder recognises some areas children are working towards, however, her knowledge is poor and experiences for children are limited. n The childminder carries out some assessments to help her identify children's

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need to do better?

progress. However, she is unaware of the progress check which must be carried out when a child is aged between two and three years. This means the childminder is unable to identify strengths and any areas where children's progress is less than expected. n Policies and procedures for the setting are shared with parents in a folder. This includes the childminder's certificate of registration, which is not displayed as set

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need to do better?

4 October 2022 out in the EYFS requirements. n The childminder attends mandatory training. However, she does not recognise the need to build on her professional development to further her knowledge. As a result, she is not able to fully support the needs of the children that attend. n Parents share positive feedback about the childminder. She works in partnership with parents and shares some learning with them. However, the childminder does not share information or ideas with parents to continue children's learning at home and to help them make further progress in their development. n The childminder recognises the skills children need to support them with transitions to school. She works with the schools children attend to ensure this transition is smooth. The childminder provides children with opportunities to build their independence, such as dressing themselves to go out into the garden. She encourages them to make choices in their play.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children to learn about equality and diversity through different activities. For example, through stories, they find out about differences and what makes them unique. Children learn about different cultural events and celebrations, such as Diwali and Christmas. They explore a range of creative activities that build on their knowledge further. n Children behave well. The childminder implements clear boundaries with children to ensure they know their expectations. She helps them to understand their feelings and behaviours through discussion. This helps children to build on their emotional resilience.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder's knowledge of safeguarding is poor. She does not know how to report concerns to the local authority designated officer in regard to allegations made against household members. In addition, the policy in place does not clearly explain the procedure to follow should she have a safeguarding concern. The childminder's knowledge of signs of abuse is not good enough. Although she recognises some possible signs of abuse, she is unaware of female genital mutilation and the 'Prevent' duty guidance. The childminder does not hold a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. This does not assure children's safety and welfare. Children are appropriately supervised during mealtimes. The home is safe and secure.

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Due date

4 October 2022 implement a safeguarding policy that is in line with guidance and procedures of the local safeguarding partners 19/10/2022

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Due date

gain a better understanding of the role of the local authority designated officer in regard to allegations against household members 19/10/2022

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Due date

attend safeguarding training in order to identify, understand and respond appropriately to signs of possible abuse or neglect 19/10/2022

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Due date

seek professional development opportunities to ensure children receive quality learning and development experiences that continually improve 02/11/2022

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Due date

ensure you hold a valid paediatric first- aid certificate 02/11/2022

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Due date

gain better understanding of the assessment to be completed for children between the age of two and three years 19/10/2022

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Due date

ensure that the Ofsted certificate is displayed at all times 12/10/2022

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Due date

gain a better understanding of the statutory framework learning and development requirements to ensure children receive a quality curriculum. 02/11/2022

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should:

n share even more information with parents about how they can continue to help children with learning at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 201672 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10234291 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 5 Date of previous inspection 4 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Galley Common, Nuneaton. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday 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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and inspector conducted a learning walk to discuss the curriculum and the impact this had on children's learning. n The inspector took account of the views of the setting from parents. n The inspector carried out a joint observation and discussed children's learning with the childminder. n The childminder shared relevant paperwork with the inspector. n The inspector observed interactions of children with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

4 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

4 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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