Childminder in Coventry

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides a homely environment for children. She plans to promote independence and encourage children to make choices about how they spend their time in her setting. n The childminder understands how to observe play and plan activities to build on what children already know and can do. She understands how to provide activities that offer progression in learning as children grow. For example, she describes how she intends to support early language development by talking to children, looking at books with them and singing songs. n The childminder intends to work closely with parents to support their children's development. She also plans to work in partnership with other providers, such as pre-schools or schools, and continue learning that takes place elsewhere. n The childminder talks about how she plans to teach children to keep themselves safe, for example, by discussing road safety with them on the walk to and from

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school. There are simple rules for children to follow while they are in the childminder's home and when they are out with her. She intends to ensure children adhere to these and learn to behave well. n The childminder considers the preparation children require for moving on to pre- school or school. She explains that she intends to focus on further developing children's self-help skills, such as doing up their coats and managing their own personal hygiene. n The childminder talks about how she intends to extend children's knowledge of cultures and communities beyond their own experience, and the differences between people and between families. n The childminder plans to ensure children have daily access to outdoor play and fresh air. She describes some of the ways she plans to enable children to learn about the natural world, including animals and plants. n The childminder knows how to keep children safe. She has a sound knowledge

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of the signs and symptoms of child abuse, and she knows the procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child. n The childminder explains that she understands the value of reviewing how well the provision meets children's needs. She knows how she can utilise this to make changes, when needed, to continually develop her practice.

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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 402322 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 10062292 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 1 to 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 19 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Coventry. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 early years qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked around the childminder's home and viewed the range of resources, toys and equipment available. n The inspector looked at relevant records and documentation, including training certificates. She checked the suitability of all adults living in the childminder's home. n The inspector spoke to the childminder throughout the inspection and discussed how she meets the requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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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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18 September 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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