Childminder 224585

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has failed to address the actions raised at the previous inspection or to improve her knowledge and understanding of her responsibilities. She has not kept up to date with changes in legislation. As a result, there are repeated breaches of requirements, which means she is unable to provide a good quality early years provision. n The childminder does not demonstrate a secure knowledge of child development. For example, she is unable to explain how she will support children's progress or help them gain the skills they need for future learning. n The childminder demonstrates a poor understanding of her responsibilities to ensure that any assistants that may work with her are suitable. She does not have a secure understanding of safer recruitment procedures. The safeguarding policy does not include the procedures to follow to check the suitability of any new recruits, such as obtaining references. This failure places children at risk of

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harm. n The childminder has completed safeguarding training and understands the procedures for raising concerns. She recognises the importance of promptly following up on absences. She knows that main doors must be locked when minded children are present to prevent unvetted individuals from entering the premises. n The childminder discusses the importance of early intervention. She aims to work closely with parents and carers, and involve external professionals to support children who need additional support. n The childminder explains that she will complete a progress check for all children aged two to three years. She intends to share this information with both parents and health visitors to support health checks. n The childminder plans to provide parents with verbal updates about their children's daily routines and activities. To help children settle and feel secure, she will ask parents how their child is feeling on arrival and encourage them to

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bring comfort items, such as a blanket or soft toy. n The childminder intends to teach children expected behaviours by encouraging kindness and sharing. She explains how she will provide clear explanations to help children to understand the rules. n The childminder aims to encourage parents to provide healthy lunchboxes and support children in making good eating choices. She plans to offer opportunities for children to develop their independence, such as feeding themselves.

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22 September 2025 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 targeted professional development to enhance knowledge and skills, including staying up to date with changes in legislation 24/10/2025

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of child development to support children's progress across all areas of learning and help them gain the skills they need for future learning 24/10/2025

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Due date

ensure there is an up-to-date safeguarding policy that includes procedures for checking the suitability of new recruits 24/10/2025

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of responsibilities for safer recruitment. 24/10/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 224585 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent Inspection number 10415155 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 27 June 2025

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n Discussions were held with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and understanding, including the procedures she would use to report any concerns for a child's welfare. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden to be used for childminding. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements. n The inspector looked at and discussed policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.

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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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22 September 2025 22 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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