Childminder

Childminder

Unique reference number (URN): EY430042 Registered with Ofsted: 28/07/2011 Registers: EYR, CCR, VCR

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Leadership and governance Urgent improvement

The childminder does not demonstrate a secure understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements set out in the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage (EYFS) or the Childcare Register. This includes a lack of awareness regarding the requirement to notify Ofsted of significant events or changes. The childminder is also unable to provide evidence that she has completed a paediatric first-aid qualification that meets EYFS requirements, compromising children's health and safety. Furthermore, she does not take all reasonable steps to ensure that children are protected from potential hazards and that their welfare is promoted. For example, she has not identified the risk posed by step ladders positioned on the landing. This failure to assess and manage risks compromises children's safety. There is limited evidence that she evaluates her own practice or considers what is working well and what may need improvement. She acknowledges that she has not

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Leadership and governance Urgent improvement

engaged in relevant professional development for some time.

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Leadership and governance Urgent improvement

The childminder does demonstrate a secure understanding of the indicators of abuse and neglect and is aware of the potential exploitation and risks that vulnerable children may face. She recognises how to ensure all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, can access activities and learning opportunities equally. She also understands the value of working in partnership with parents and with the schools children attend to promote consistency and continuity in their care and learning. The childminder acknowledges the importance of teaching children about healthy lifestyles and safe behaviours to prepare them for future life. She describes her role in modelling positive behaviour and supporting children to behave well and show respect for others. Parents' written feedback is positive. They comment that the childminder is caring and children respond well to her guidance.

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Compulsory Childcare Register requirements

This setting has not met the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Register

When we check if settings meet the Compulsory Childcare Register requirements, they can have the following outcomes:

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Voluntary Childcare Register requirements

This setting has not met the requirements of the voluntary part of Childcare Register.

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Register

When we check if settings meet the Voluntary Childcare Register requirements, they can have the following outcomes:

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Next steps

To meet the requirements of the Early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must take the following actions by the assigned date:

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Action Completion Date

provide evidence that a full and relevant paediatric first- aid training course has been scheduled at the earliest opportunity 17/02/2026

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Action Completion Date

review and improve risk assessments to ensure that all reasonable steps are taken, so that children are not exposed to risks within the home. 17/02/2026

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About this inspection

There were no early years children on roll at the time of this inspection. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussion with the childminder and an inspection of the premises, equipment, and any relevant documentation. When there are no early years children present, inspectors only evaluate and grade leadership and governance as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess the impact on children of other evaluation areas.

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About this inspection

We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received abut the provider. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

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About this inspection

The inspector spoke with the childminder during the inspection and reviewed written feedback from parents.

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About this inspection

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. Type: Childminder

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About this inspection

Operating hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday : 15:20 - 17:30

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Facts and figures used on inspection

This data was available to the inspector at the time of the inspection.

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Exceptional

Practice is exceptional: of the highest standard nationally. Other settings can learn from it.

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Strong standard

The setting reaches a strong standard. Leaders are working above the standard expected of them.

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Expected standard

The setting is fulfilling the expected standard of education and/or care. This means they are following the standard set out in statutory and non ‑ statutory legislation and the professional standards expected of them.

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Needs attention

The expected standards are not met but leaders are likely able to make the necessary improvements.

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Urgent improvement

The setting needs to make urgent improvements to provide the expected standard of education and/or care.

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Urgent improvement

services providing education and skills for children and learners of all ages, and inspects and regulates services that care for children and young people.

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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