Childminder in Milton Keynes

This provision does not meet requirements

n There are some gaps in the childminder's safeguarding knowledge, which impacts on her ability to recognise and respond promptly to concerns about a child's safety or welfare. For example, she does not have a detailed enough understanding of the signs of some types of sexual abuse or of the different ways in which children could be exposed to extreme ideologies. She is unclear about the local reporting structures for any concerns. That said, the childminder has a secure understanding of other forms of abuse or neglect. n The childminder has not provided Ofsted with the required details of all adults who are staying in her home. This is a breach of requirements and means that suitability checks have not been completed. The childminder did not understand that she needed to do this even although she is not currently caring for children. n The childminder has not obtained suitable public liability insurance, which must

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be maintained at all times. n The childminder demonstrates an accurate understanding of how to plan and deliver an effective curriculum of learning for children. She understands the different ways in which children learn and the importance of planning worthwhile and interesting experiences that help all children make progress in their learning. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to support children's language development, including for children who speak English as an additional language. She describes how she will encourage conversations, introduce new vocabulary and incorporate regular story and singing times into daily routines. n The childminder understands the importance of helping children develop a positive attitude towards following a healthy lifestyle. She explains how she will work with parents to provide healthy meals and snacks. She plans to take children on regular outings to nearby parks, so they can develop their strength

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and coordination. n The childminder explains how she will help children settle and feel secure, to best promote their emotional well-being. She understands that children need to feel safe and secure to enjoy learning. n The childminder knows how to help children learn about acceptable behaviour. She talks about how she will be consistent and calm in her approach and teach children to share and consider the needs of others. n The childminder explained how she would help children develop a positive attitude to living in a diverse world. She explained how she would introduce children to different cultures and help them learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others.

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20 June 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

develop a thorough understanding of all safeguarding issues and procedures, including how to report any concerns, to keep children safe 28/07/2023

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Due date

provide Ofsted with all necessary information to ensure suitability checks can be completed on all adults within the household 28/07/2023

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Due date

obtain and maintain suitable public liability insurance. 28/07/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2609685 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 10295600 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in Westcroft, Milton Keynes. She operates from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds a Montessori teaching qualification.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home she plans to use for childminding and explained how she will minimise risks. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge. n The childminder explained how she plans to meet children's learning needs. n A sample of key documentation was provided to the inspector.

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Inspection activities

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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20 June 2023 20 June 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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