Childminder, Out-of school day care in Leicestershire

This provision does not meet requirements

The childminder does not meet the legal requirements for her registration. The childminder has insufficient knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures. For example, she does not know what action to take should she have concerns about a child. The childminder has not remained up to date with changes and updates to legislation and guidance. As a result, her understanding of current safeguarding practice and expectations is poor. This compromises the safety and well-being of children.

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This provision does not meet requirements

That said, children are happy while at the setting. Children access creative activities and older children play board games with the childminder. Children tell the childminder which activities they would like and lead their own play. Children are occupied and they behave well, however, meaningful engagement with children is limited. The television is switched on throughout children's time at the setting. The childminder knows that children need time to relax, however, she does not recognise her responsibility in supporting other aspects of well-being and development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder's management of her setting is poor. She has insufficient understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities. For example, she is not confident about the reporting procedure should she have a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder relies heavily on her safeguarding policy, which is outdated. The childminder is unaware of the responsibilities of other professionals, such as the local authority designated officer (LADO), in dealing with allegations of abuse. n The childminder has previously completed training about female genital mutilation. However, she does not have a secure understanding of the full range of risks that children could be exposed to and her responsibilities under the 'Prevent' duty guidance. This includes the risk of exposure to radicalisation and extremism. n The childminder does not reflect on her practice. As a result, she is unable to identify the weaknesses in her practice and the potential impact this has on

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children's safety and well-being. She has not taken action to remain up to date and compliant with the requirements of her registration. Additionally, she does not have enough understanding of the learning and development requirements, which she must meet when providing care for children within the early years age group. n The childminder's partnership working with other settings is weak. The childminder does not actively seek out information about children from other

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16 January 2023 settings, nor does she share with them the support that she offers within her childminding setting. This means that continuity in children's care and welfare is not maintained. n The physical environment is safe and secure. The childminder cleans the tables before and after children have eaten. The setting is clean and tidy, and the childminder shows an awareness of how to minimise hazards within the home. For example, knives in the kitchen are pushed to the back of the worktop out of reach of children. Supervision is in place, for instance the childminder is always within sight or hearing of children. n The childminder has established hygiene routines that children understand and follow. For example, children wash their hands on arrival at the childminder's and know the importance of this. Children say it is to wash away germs and to keep their hands clean. n The childminder is aware of children's interests. For example, she knows that

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they enjoy creative activities and provides a range of resources to support this. Children make kites and crocodiles, and proudly show the childminder and visitors their creations. They cooperate well and are polite as they ask each other for the glue and the glitter.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder does not know the process to follow should she have a concern about a child's welfare. She does not have a good enough understanding of the different aspects of safeguarding, including a lack of knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty guidance. The childminder does not understand the role of the local authority designated officer (LADO) in dealing with allegations of abuse against staff and household members. The childminder is complacent about her responsibility in terms of the potential risks that children may be exposed to, for example, if they live in a home where domestic abuse is present or when they are playing games online. This means that children's safety is not assured.

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Due date

devise and implement a safeguarding policy and procedure that reflects current guidance, legislation and local referral processes 13/02/2023

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Due date

16 January 2023 ensure there is a good understanding of the correct procedures to follow and the role of the local authority designated officer, in the event of an allegation being made against the provider or someone who lives and/or works on the childminding premises 13/02/2023

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Due date

ensure there is a good understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance and how to identify children who may be at risk of being exposed to or drawn into extremist views and behaviours 13/02/2023

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Due date

implement effective partnership working with other settings children attend, to ensure the needs of all children are met 13/02/2023

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Due date

undertake appropriate training and professional development to ensure an understanding of the roles and responsibilities in running a childcare provision and meeting the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. 13/02/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 225661 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10234390 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 4 Date of previous inspection 8 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in the village of Countesthorpe, in Leicestershire. The provision operates term time only, from 7.30am 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 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 provider. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documents on request. n The inspector spoke with staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector had a discussion with the childminder about her training and how she evaluates her practice.

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Inspection activities

16 January 2023 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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