Grandma's House Childcare

Inspection of Grandma's House Childcare 206a, 207 & 208 Stafford Street, Walsall, West Midlands WS2 8DW

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Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The provider, who is also the manager, has not ensured that the setting remains safe and suitable. Fire exits are not accessible. Fire exit routes have further hazards, such as discarded tyres, pieces of wood and chairs. Trailing wires and exposed hot radiators also pose a risk to children. This significantly compromises children's health and safety. n The provider demonstrates, through discussion, how she intends to support staff to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum. She explains how she will ensure that children's starting points are considered when planning for children's next steps in learning. She describes how staff will use their observations and assessments of children to plan for children's individual needs. n The provider understands the importance of working in partnerships with parents. She describes how staff will share information with parents using verbal and written feedback to ensure they are involved in their children's learning and

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development. n The provider has a suitable knowledge of the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's welfare. She understands the actions to take if there are any allegations made against her or staff working at the setting. The provider describes how she will support staff to understand their responsibilities to share information with external agencies should they have concerns about children. n The provider demonstrates, through discussion, how she and staff will use suitable strategies to manage children's behaviour. She explains that she will ensure children learn to be kind and respectful to each other. n The provider understands how to promote children's good health. She explains how she will ensure children have access to fresh drinking water. She describes appropriate arrangements for sleeping children in line with safe sleep guidance. n The provider describes appropriate recruitment procedures she will follow to

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ensure that staff are checked for their suitability to work with children. She explains how she will ensure that staff are supported in their roles. She describes how she will ensure that staff receive ongoing supervisions, support, and training to make sure they fully understand all aspects of their roles and responsibilities.

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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

undertake effective risk assessments and ensure any hazards that pose a risk to children's safety and welfare are identified and removed or minimised. 02/02/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2664224 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 10282341 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 17 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person Eki Education Group ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 07398187780 Date of previous inspection 28 February 2023

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Information about this early years setting

Grandma's House Childcare registered in 2022 and is in Walsall. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am to 7pm. The provider, who is the manager, holds a level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The provider spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the provider about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the provider.

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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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Inspection activities

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