Childminder in Essex

Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has made some progress since her last inspection. She has improved her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures. The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to promote good behaviour through positive reinforcement. She explains how she would teach children to share the resources and respect the needs of others. However, the childminder has not taken part in any training or professional development opportunities since her last inspection to raise her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. n The childminder does not fully understand her responsibility to meet the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage' when there are no children on roll. For example, the childminder has failed to share information with Ofsted about changes to the household to ensure there is an accurate record of household members. In addition, she does not have a

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This provision does not meet requirements

current paediatric first-aid certificate. n The childminder does not have a curriculum in place that can support children across all areas of learning. She cannot confidently explain how she would assess children or use information about what children already know and can do. This has an impact on her ability to be able to successfully plan for their learning and development. n The childminder has an insufficient understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She lacks knowledge of how to seek external support and guidance in the event that a child has a gap or delay in their learning and development. n The childminder has suitable knowledge and understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children in her care. For example, she knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. n The childminder plans to collect information from parents about their children's

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This provision does not meet requirements

care routines when they first start. She understands how to work closely with parents to provide children with suitable, healthy lunches. The childminder plans to help children grow in independence and manage some tasks for themselves, such as using the toilet and washing their hands independently. n The childminder understands how to help children develop a healthy lifestyle. For example, she plans to provide daily opportunities for them to access her garden or local park. n The childminder has effective procedures in place to ensure her premises are safe, clean and secure for children. The childminder confidently identifies and minimises hazards in her home and the garden.

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This provision does not meet requirements

19 July 2024 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

maintain an approved valid paediatric first-aid certificate at all times 06/09/2024

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Due date

develop a secure understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities 06/09/2024

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of how to plan and provide an appropriate curriculum to support children's learning and development 06/09/2024

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Due date

develop a secure understanding of how to ensure that assessment of children's learning is precise, to accurately identify their levels of achievement to ensure the curriculum remains challenging 06/09/2024

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Due date

undertake appropriate training and professional development opportunities to ensure quality learning and development experiences are offered for children. 06/09/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2556771 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10258312 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 8 August 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Basildon, Essex. The childminder works Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round, apart from bank holidays and 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 their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements of safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding. She viewed a range of resources and talked with the childminder about risk assessment. n The inspector looked at a sample of appropriate documentation, including the suitability of all adults associated with the childminder's setting. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her continuous improvement and training.

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Inspection activities

19 July 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

19 July 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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