Childminder in Birmingham

Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has met the actions raised at the previous inspection. She has a valid paediatric first-aid certificate, has gained knowledge of safeguarding, and public liability insurance is in place. The childminder also demonstrates a suitable knowledge of the correct procedure to follow to resolve any concerns or complaints in a timely manner. However, further weaknesses have arisen. The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of a new adult, who stays at the childminding premises a few night a week. As a result, Ofsted has been unable to carry out the required suitability checks that help to keep children safe. This is a breach of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. However, the impact on children is minimal because they do not have close or unsupervised contact with the new household member. n The childminder does not identify or minimise all possible hazards in her home. Children can access items in the kitchen and bathroom that may cause them

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harm. For example, cleaning materials and a razor are easily accessible to children, and blind cords are not securely fastened out of reach. As a result, children's safety is not assured. n The childminder demonstrates that she knows how to observe children and how to use suitable guidance to benchmark children's ongoing achievements. However, she lacks knowledge of how to plan challenging and enjoyable experiences for children in all areas of their learning and development. n The childminder has attended safeguarding training. She has a suitable understanding of the possible signs of abuse and neglect. She knows what to do should she have a concern about a child in her care. n The childminder recognises the importance of developing strong relationships with parents. She plans to provide parents with regular information about their children's learning through daily chats and the sharing of photographs. She

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knows that this helps parents to support and extend children's learning at home. The childminder plans to provide parents with a progress check report for children between the ages of two and three years to share with other professionals. n The childminder understands how to meet children's emotional needs. She plans to make herself available to children and to offer hugs and cuddles when needed. She knows that this will help children to feel relaxed and to settle in her care. The childminder has a strong awareness of the importance of providing positive, consistent guidance to children. She plans to always act as a good role model to children and to use praise and rewards to encourage children's positive behaviour. n The childminder demonstrates how she will promote children's health. She understands about good nutrition and how to encourage children to eat a healthy diet. n The childminder plans to take the children to local toddler groups. She knows

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that this provides children with opportunities to socialise outside of the childminding setting. The childminder understands the importance of providing

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12 May 2023 children with regular opportunities to learn to take manageable risks and experience challenge in their play. She plans to take the children on regular visits to the local outdoor playground and soft-play establishments to help them develop their physical skills. n The childminder plans to take the younger children with her to collect the older children from school each day. She explains that this will help the younger children to become familiar with the school environment and enable the childminder to maintain strong links with teaching staff.

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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

make sure there are robust systems in place to ensure that information about the adults who live on the childminding premises is shared with Ofsted 19/05/2023

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Due date

ensure that risk assessments are thoroughly conducted to identify and minimise risks to children 12/06/2023

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of how to implement a curriculum that provides challenging and enjoyable experiences for children across all areas of learning. 12/06/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 228382 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10258223 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 2 Date of previous inspection 16 May 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Handsworth, Birmingham. She operates all year round, from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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 her evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector and childminder viewed the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided to make sure they are safe. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children. She discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's progress and to plan for the next steps in their learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of persons living or working in the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to reflect on the quality of her practice and identify areas for further development.

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Inspection activities

12 May 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

12 May 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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