Childminder, Out-of school day care in Leeds

This provision does not meet requirements

There are significant weaknesses in the childminder's setting, which have an impact on the safety of children. In particular this relates to safeguarding policies and procedures, recorded information about children, contents of the first-aid box and up-to-date knowledge of the Statutory framework for the early years years foundation stage to promote children's safety and well-being. The childminder has not fully implemented the actions from the last Ofsted visit, indicating a limited capacity to improve.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Despite this, children enjoy the time that they spend with the childminder. They arrive happy and enjoy their interactions as they play. For example, children enjoy identifying letters on wooden blocks and thinking of words that start with these letters. Children behave well. They respond positively to the childminder when he gives them guidance. For example, the childminder and children work together to tidy away resources, before they get new activities out.

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This provision does not meet requirements

The childminder has good relationships with children. They often laugh together, and children show that they feel comfortable. The childminder is aware of children's interests and provides resources that he thinks they will enjoy. For example, he knows that children enjoy building with blocks. He uses these to help develop their counting skills. Children independently make choices from the wide selection of resources and activities, that are age-appropriate and easily accessible.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has an awareness of some safeguarding procedures. He has previously attended training. However, some aspects of his understanding need updating. For example, he does not have a robust knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty and other dangers relating to safeguarding children. The procedures that he has in place to follow if he believes a child is at risk of abuse, are not up to date. n Children's welfare is not protected. The childminder does not keep necessary records for childminding, such as children's addresses. This prevents him from sharing information with those who have a right to see them, such as other professionals. n The childminder has recently completed first-aid training. This helps him to understand how to keep children safe in the event of an accident or incident. However, he does not have appropriate first-aid resources available for use in the event of an accident. This means he would not be able to treat children

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need to do better?

appropriately. n The childminder understands the importance of working with other early years

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need to do better?

8 June 2023 professionals and settings where children also attend. He gathers and shares useful information with them about individual children in order to support their ongoing interests and enjoyment. The childminder plans some activities for children to complement their learning in school. For example, he plays games with children and encourages them to read and learn about different animals and reptiles. n The childminder provides children with home-cooked, healthy meals and water. He encourages children to practise good hygiene routines. For instance, the childminder ensures that children wash their hands before they eat snacks and meals. The childminder supports children's physical skills well. For instance, children visit a play area after school, where they run around, climb and benefit from fresh air. n Parents comment that their children enjoy spending time with the childminder. They are happy with the level of care that the childminder provides and feel that

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need to do better?

the communication is good. n The childminder has not developed an effective programme of professional development. This is to ensure that he is fully up to date with current practice. His lack of understanding of the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage means he is unable to fully evaluate his provision and plan appropriate, targeted improvements.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a weak knowledge of safeguarding and child protection. He does not understand his responsibilities to keep his knowledge of different types of abuse, such as the 'Prevent' duty and other safeguarding dangers to children, up to date. The childminder is not alert to all possible signs and symptoms that suggest a child is suffering from all types of abuse. His policies and procedures are not accurate, and do not ensure the safety of children in his care. Failure to maintain relevant information and records compromises children's safety further. Furthermore, the childminder's first-aid box has contents that are not appropriate for use on children, and this poses further risks to children's safety.

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Due date

8 June 2023 extend understanding of child protection issues, including the 'Prevent' duty, and other dangers that children are vulnerable to 23/06/2023

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Due date

ensure there is a clear up-to-date procedure in place to follow if there are any concerns about a child 23/06/2023

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Due date

ensure that there is a first-aid box with appropriate content for use with children 23/06/2023

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Due date

keep a record of information for each child in your care, including their full name, date of birth, name and address of every parent and/or carer who is known to the provider (and information about any other person who has parental responsibility for the child); which parent(s) and/or carer(s) the child normally lives with; and emergency contact details for parents and/or carers 23/06/2023

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Due date

evaluate the quality of all aspects of the provision, including opportunities to increase knowledge and professional development, in order to consistently meet the statutory requirements of the early years foundation stage. 23/06/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY492902 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10289207 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 11 Date of previous inspection 15 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Rodley, Leeds. He currently operates during term time from 3.20pm until 6pm and during some school 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 provision. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including qualifications, evidence of suitability and policies and procedures. n The inspector engaged in discussions with the childminder and children throughout the inspection at appropriate times. She took account of parents' written views.

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Inspection activities

8 June 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

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