Childminder EY267577

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of a change to the persons living at the premises. She has allowed an adult to move into the home without notifying Ofsted. In spite of being provided with the information on how to notify, she has failed to take action. This lack of action has prevented Ofsted being able to obtain the required suitability checks for unknown adults living on the premises where childminding is provided. Notifying Ofsted is a legal requirement of the childminder's registration. This repeated failure to notify Ofsted places children at risk of harm. n The childminder has failed to ensure that her premises are safe, suitable and fit for purpose. The standard of her premises has deteriorated since her previous inspection. The organisation of her premises is poor. Several hazards pose a risk to children's safety and welfare. These include dog faeces in the garden easily accessible to children, resources not suitable for children and medicines being in

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This provision does not meet requirements

reach of children. This compromises the safety of children. n The childminder does not demonstrate sufficient understanding of identifying and assessing the risks to children. She does not carry out thorough risk assessments of her premises. For example, she has allowed household items and resources to pile up in the playroom where children play. Blind cords hang loose and the exit to the garden is compromised by a build-up of household furniture. She does not demonstrate a sufficient understanding of the risks posed to children. n The childminder has not met one of the actions set at her previous inspection. She has not maintained a record of children's attendance. Furthermore, the childminder demonstrates a poor attitude towards keeping such records. There is a pattern of a repeated breach to the requirements for keeping records of children's attendance. As a result, the safety of children is not assured.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder discusses how she has recently engaged with the local authority early years team since the previous inspection. She recognises that she is in need of help to improve the quality of her provision. n The childminder shows that she understands the importance of partnerships with parents. She shares information with parents and shares photos by electronic means with parents. The childminder discusses how she gains information from parents about children's starting points and explains how she works in partnership with them if children are not making expected progress.

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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

keep a daily record of the names of the children being cared for on the premises and their hours of attendance 02/10/2025

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Due date

provide Ofsted with the relevant information about any adults living on the premises so that the necessary checks can be completed to establish their suitability to ensure the safety of children 02/10/2025

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Due date

ensure that the premises are maintained in a suitable condition, in order to keep children safe 02/10/2025

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Due date

implement effective risk assessments to promote the safety of children. 02/10/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY267577 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10415338 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 7 Date of previous inspection 21 July 2025

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Skelmersdale. She operates all year round from 7am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to keep children safe and follow safeguarding procedures. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she evaluates the quality of her provision and how she provides inclusive care. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation, including evidence of training and children's attendance.

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Inspection activities

18 September 2025 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

18 September 2025 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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Inspection activities

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Inspection activities

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