Childminder EY561692

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to safeguard children. She understands the signs and symptoms which may indicate a child's welfare is at risk and knows how to respond if she has concerns about a child in her care. n The childminder shows an understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She knows the information she needs to gather when children first start, and how to keep parents involved in their children's learning and development. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's emotional and physical well-being. She plans to teach children how to lead healthy lifestyles, such as through having a balanced diet and regular opportunities to be active outdoors. n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She discusses how she intends to use her observations and assessments of children to plan activities that build on what

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they already know and can do. n The childminder understands the importance of providing a safe and secure environment for children to play in. She risk assesses the premises daily and has secure procedures in place for when children are taken on outings. n The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her practice. She has undertaken further qualifications and identified areas where she can enhance the quality of education she provides for children even further.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children 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 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY561692 Local authority Luton Inspection number 10120853 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 to 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Luton. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday, except for family holidays. The childminder provides occasional overnight care.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor areas that are used for childminding. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's abilities and plan for their individual needs and ongoing progress. n The inspector looked at a sample of documents, including safeguarding policies and complaints procedures. n The inspector and the childminder visited additional premises where the childminder is proposing to operate part of her practice from.

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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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