Childminder in Wirral

This provision does not meet requirements

n Self-evaluation is poor. The childminder does not undertake effective risk assessment of the premises to ensure that the designated space she intends to use to provide care is suitable. For example, there are large broken storage boxes with sharp edges and several plastic carrier bags containing a range of materials. This poses a risk to children. n The childminder does not demonstrate an understanding of the requirement to hold and maintain children's information. She does not record children's names, addresses, parent/carer details and emergency contact numbers. Furthermore, she does not keep a daily record of children's names being cared for on the premises together with their hours of attendance. Additionally, the childminder does not demonstrate how she intends to keep children's records in a confidential and secure manner. n The childminder talks about how she intends to provide children with an

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inclusive curriculum that builds on what they know and can do. She understands how to monitor and assess children's development and where to seek additional support should she identify concerns about their progress. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. She understands that some behaviours are linked to children's development and their ability to develop self-regulation. The childminder provides examples of how she intends to help children understand boundaries and manage their emotions. n The childminder has secure knowledge of child protection issues. She is able to identify the possible signs of abuse and neglect and knows how to report any concerns that she may have about a child. n The childminder demonstrates basic knowledge of how to respond if a child sustains an accident and injury. However, she is not qualified to administer first aid because she does not hold a full and relevant paediatric first-aid qualification.

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n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. For example, she plans to use daily diaries to exchange information with parents about their children's day, to help her plan activities that meet children's care and learning needs.

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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

ensure the premises are fit for purpose and suitable for the age of children being cared for 02/09/2024

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demonstrate that effective risk assessment procedures are in place and take all reasonable steps to ensure that children are not exposed to risks 02/09/2024

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ensure that records about individual children are maintained, accessible, and stored confidentially 02/09/2024

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ensure that all personal information is recorded for all children, and this must include their full name, date of birth, address of parents and children, and emergency contact details 02/09/2024

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ensure that a daily record of the names of children being cared for on the premises along with their hours of attendance is kept 02/09/2024

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Due date

obtain a full and relevant paediatric first- aid qualification. 02/09/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547079 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 10357468 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 6 Date of previous inspection 6 August 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Upton, Wirral. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 5.30pm, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 2. She offers funded early education places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 setting. n We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the provider. n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home where childcare is provided. n The inspector talked to the childminder about the curriculum. n The inspector reviewed some documentation, including the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The inspector considered how the childminder works in partnership with parents and others. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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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