Toddler Town

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.

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Summary of outcome

On 9, 13 and 17 April 2026, we received concerns that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to safeguarding policies and procedures, suitable people, training, support and skills, qualifications, staff: child ratios and special education needs.

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Summary of outcome

On 16 June 2026, we carried out a regulatory visit. We found the provider was not meeting some of the requirements. We have issued actions for the provider to take. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

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Summary of outcome

n ensure that the designated safeguarding lead has a secure knowledge of managing allegations and is able to take appropriate action in line with the local safeguarding partnership arrangements

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n implement robust recruitment procedures to ensure all staff who have regular contact with children are suitable, with particular regard to checking suitability and obtaining appropriate references

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n ensure that staff looking after children are suitable and they have the relevant qualifications, training and have passed any required checks to fulfil their roles

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n ensure that children are adequately supervised, especially whilst eating, and they are in sight and hearing of staff.

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Summary of outcome

On 6 July 2026, the provider responded to the actions set. We found that the provider had improved their knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures. In addition, the provider gathers all required information to inform suitability checks and has conducted a review of staffing to ensure staff fulfil their roles and responsibilities. This includes supervision at mealtimes.

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Summary of outcome

We are satisfied the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised. The provider is still registered with Ofsted.

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Publication of compliance action

We aim to ensure that the welfare of children and young people is protected in the services we regulate. The Childcare Act 2006 and accompanying regulations set out our responsibilities to regulate childminders and childcare providers. This includes the enforcement powers we have in relation to those registered providers who do not comply with the requirements for registration.

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Publication of compliance action

We publish details of any actions we take, or the childminder or childcare provider takes to bring about compliance with requirements on our website for a period of five years.

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Publication of compliance action

For further information please read the Early years compliance handbook which can be found here at www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-provider-non-compliance- action-by-ofsted .

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