Childminder in West Berkshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not fully understand her role and responsibilities. She fails to follow required procedures for notifying Ofsted of any changes that may affect her suitability or that of anyone living with her. This is a breach of requirements and may jeopardise children's safety and well-being. Despite this, the childminder carries out required checks on all those who are living with her over the age of 16 years. n The childminder understands that daily fresh air is important for children's development. She explains she will support this by taking children on outings, such as walks to the woods and the park. The childminder says she likes to help children learn about the word around them on her walks. She explains that they will visit shops to buy fresh produce and talk about where their food comes from. Children will have a wide variety of experiences to learn new concepts. n The childminder understands how to ensure children make good progress. She

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explains she will do this through effective observations and assessments that will be shared regularly with parents. The childminder knows how to track children's development and how to get support if children needed additional support in any way. For example, she knows how to contact the local authority special education teams to ensure children have individualised plans in place. All children, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, will have the support they need. n The childminder explains that she has high expectations of children's behaviour. She will teach children that they are precious and how to keep themselves safe, for example as they walk to the park or when they are trying new challenges, such as climbing up higher obstacles at the park. The childminder explains how she will support positive behaviour by praising the children when they are kind to others. She describes clear strategies for teaching children right from wrong.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is proactive in making strong links with other settings that children attend. She explains how she will liaise with them by making initial contact through emails, and phoning the setting if needed at any time. This supports children's continuity of care and helps to share information between settings. n The childminder is passionate about building strong partnerships with parents. For example, she will use a daily diary to support continuity of care and share information about children's learning and development. The childminder will add suggestions for things to try at home and hopes to support parents with their children's home learning. n The childminder attends regular training to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She knows how to spot signs and symptoms of issues such as physical abuse. For example, she recognises the significance of bruises on an immobile baby. The childminder knows how to report if she has concerns about a child's

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welfare. She knows where to report if she receives and allegation about herself. The childminder carries out daily risk assessments. For example, she explains that she will check that cleaning solutions are stored out of reach of children and

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This provision does not meet requirements

8 December 2022 that all gates are securely locked.

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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 and understanding of notifications that must be made to Ofsted to ensure these are made in a timely manner, including any changes or events that may affect the suitability of anyone living or working in the household. 13/01/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY372761 Local authority West Berkshire Inspection number 10263243 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 25 April 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Newbury, West Berkshire. She operates all year round.

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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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of all those within the childminder's home. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she will keep children safe. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she will support children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

8 December 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

8 December 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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