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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in South Gloucestershire

Inspected 1 Mar 2024 · published 10 Apr 2024 · URN EY432084

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  • Inspection date verified

    1 Mar 2024

  • Inspectors verified

    Margaret Dobbs

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Not met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY432084

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Grade profile

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  • OverallNot met

10% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Not met (3,163 inspections).

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−7Mixedmore positive than 71% of reports of this type graded Not met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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No standout praise found.

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6
Words of findings
402
about usual (typical 401)
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Hard
Flesch 47, typical 46
Average sentence
18 words
Next steps
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4%
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What needs to improve 49%About the inspection 51%

Full report text

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a current paediatric first-aid certificate or public liability insurance, which are requirements of her registration. However, she is not currently caring for children and, therefore, there is no impact on children. n The childminder knows how to provide a clean, light and spacious home. The outdoor garden is fully enclosed for children to move around safely and securely. n The childminder is knowledgeable about the learning and development requirements. She has ambitious plans to provide a curriculum that offers a range of experiences so children can play, discover and explore as they learn new things and develop their skills. She knows how to adapt her practice to suit individual children so that they make the best progress. n The childminder intends to use the local environment to further children's experiences. For example, she plans to take children on visits to the local

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This provision does not meet requirements

playgroup and the open spaces so they can learn about the natural world first hand and socialise with others. n The childminder knows how to establish strong relationships and communication with parents. Through sharing observations and assessments, she intends to work with parents to agree the most appropriate next steps for their children's learning and development. n The childminder understands the importance of consistent boundaries and routines to help children learn about behavioural expectations. She knows how to promote healthy lifestyles, such as having daily fresh air, exercise and healthy diets. She is aware of supporting children's understanding and regulation of their own emotions to help them build resilience. n The childminder has the knowledge and skills to recognise when children are at risk of harm and knows who to contact in the event of any safeguarding or developmental concerns. n The childminder intends to pursue training courses to enhance her existing

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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

obtain a paediatric first-aid certificate 15/03/2024

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Due date

ensure that public liability insurance is in place at all times. 02/03/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY432084 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10317429 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 29 May 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Frenchay village, Bristol.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and had taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she intends to make her setting safe and suitable for children. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she intends to deliver the early years curriculum, including details of activities, resources, and outdoor experiences. n The childminder explained how she intends to establish strong partnerships with parents to support children's development and well-being. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of child protection and safeguarding procedures. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation.

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Inspection activities

1 March 2024 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

1 March 2024 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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