Childminder in Wokingham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows the importance of working with parents when children first start, in order to help her to understand children's individual needs and to establish their starting points in learning. She knows how to observe and assess children's learning and use the information to plan activities, resources and outings that cover all the areas of learning. n The childminder shows understanding of how to promote children's positive behaviour. She discussed supporting children to learn to share, take turns and to treat others with respect. n The childminder discussed how she plans to encourage healthy lifestyles, such as through visits to the park and by offering healthy food and drinks. n The childminder understands her safeguarding responsibilities. She has undertaken training in safeguarding matters and knows how to recognise and respond to concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder recognises the importance of keeping up to date with early

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years practice. She has maintained her mandatory training in first aid and has first-aid kits for the home and to take on outings.

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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 EY541833 Local authority Wokingham Inspection number 10105576 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 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Lower Earley, in Reading, Berkshire. She operates after school during term time only, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home available for the care of children and was shown a selection of toys and resources available for children's play and activities. n Discussions were held with the childminder to assess her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. n A selection of documents were viewed by the inspector, including the childminder's written policies for safeguarding and complaints, and her training and suitability records. n The childminder showed the inspector some positive testimonials from parents and children who have previously used her service.

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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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