Childminder in Birmingham

Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision does not meet requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder speaks about the learning and development requirements. She explains how she observes children to help her to know what they need to learn. The childminder says that she knows when children have made progress and discusses this with parents. However, she does not have a good enough understanding of the purpose and need to complete the check at between ages two and three, to determine whether children make expected or less than expected progress. n The childminder has introduced ways for children to make choices from the range of resources that are on offer. However, there is scope to build further on the opportunities for children to explore and engage with open-ended resources, so that they begin to lead their own play and learning. n The childminder discusses her arrangements to ensure that children become increasingly independent and learn to manage some tasks for themselves. She

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explains how she helps younger children to manage their own personal care needs and encourages them to dress themselves and learn to eat with the use of appropriate cutlery. This helps children to gain some of the skills they need for their future learning. n The childminder's home is safe, spacious, and welcoming. She makes routine checks in her environment to ensure that it is safe for children to attend. However, on one occasion, the childminder had not ensured that children were consistently supervised when they were at other premises. This did not help to keep children safe or protect them from the potential risk of harm at that time. n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of a range of child protection matters, including county lines and radicalisation. She knows the signs and symptoms which indicate that a child may be at risk of abuse. She knows the local safeguarding partners procedures to report concerns, including if

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an allegation is made against herself or a household member. n The childminder attends training to keep her knowledge up to date, particularly in relation to child protection concerns. The childminder keeps her documentation maintained. However, she has not ensured that Ofsted are informed when there are changes to the people living on the premises. However, the risks to children are minimal when additional people are aged under 16 years. n The childminder shows that she has a good understanding of appropriate strategies to use to manage children's behaviour. She explains that she uses positive methods to help children to be kind to each other, to take turns and listen to each other. n Parents say their children are happy, safe, and well cared for by the childminder. They say that she supports their children to continue their learning in the setting. Parents say they feel informed about their children's development and

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This provision does not meet requirements

30 March 2023 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

increase knowledge and understanding of the requirement to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years 05/06/2023

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Due date

make sure that children are consistently supervised while on outings, including at other premises, to ensure they are kept safe and protected from harm. 05/06/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY444092 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10252400 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 5 August 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in the Hall Green area of Birmingham. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder and the inspector held a learning walk together to discuss the organisation and intent of the curriculum and how the environment is arranged. n The inspector spoke to parents at appropriate times and took account of their views of the setting. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and discussed how the setting is organised. The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of staff working at the setting. n We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the childminder.

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Inspection activities

30 March 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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Inspection activities

30 March 2023 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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