Childminder in Somerset

Summary of outcome

All early years providers must meet the legal requirements in the¿Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, which you can find at www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2. If we find that a provider is not meeting the requirements, we can take action to ensure they put matters right.

p.1

Summary of outcome

On 16 June 2026, we received concerns that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to safeguarding policies and procedures, key person and safety and suitability of premises, environment and equipment.

p.1

Summary of outcome

On 8 July 2026, we carried out an inspection and found the provider was not meeting some requirements. The report card and inspection outcome will be published in due course.

p.1

Summary of outcome

We suspended the provider's registration on 8 July 2026 because we believe children may be at risk of harm. Suspension allows time for the provider to take steps to reduce or eliminate the risk of harm to children. The provider has a right to appeal against a suspension. The provider may not provide childcare for which registration is required while the suspension is in place and may commit an offence if they do so.

p.1

Summary of outcome

Following the inspection, we served a welfare requirements notice on 13 July 2026. This is a legal notice that requires the provider to take the actions below within the timescales set out. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

p.1

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that suitable safeguarding procedures are implemented to identify, record and monitor concerns regarding children's welfare

p.1

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that you and your assistant have a secure knowledge and understanding of all local safeguarding procedures, including the processes for allegations management

p.1

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that appropriate arrangements are in place to support children to eat safely and that safer eating procedures are consistently implemented to minimise risks

p.1

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that robust risk assessment procedures are implemented to identify, assess and reduce hazards within the premises and outdoor environment

p.1

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that safe sleep arrangements are in place for all children and that you demonstrate a secure understanding of current safe sleep guidance

p.1

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that systems for record keeping work effectively and allow records to be accessed easily when needed

p.2

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that you have a clear knowledge of your key children

p.2

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that you have suitable supervision and training arrangements for your assistant to enable them to meet requirements

p.2

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that you and your assistant support, understand and manage children's behaviour in an appropriate way

p.2

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that children's emerging developmental needs and concerns are identified promptly and that appropriate action is taken to support children and secure any additional help they may require

p.2

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that you plan a challenging and enjoyable experience for each child in all areas of learning and development

p.2

Summary of outcome

n Ensure that you make use of ongoing assessment to shape teaching and learning, and ensure that you complete and/or read two year checks

p.2

Summary of outcome

We will monitor the provider's response to ensure the actions are successfully completed. The provider is still registered with Ofsted.

p.2

Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints made against childminders, home childcarers and childcare providers where we or the provider have taken action in order to meet legal requirements.

p.2

Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints on our website for a period of five years.

p.2

Publication of complaints

For further information about the complaints process please view the Concerns and complaints about childminders and childcare providers leaflet .

p.2