Childminder in Leicester

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has worked with the local authority adviser to address the weaknesses identified at her previous inspection. She has a secure knowledge of how to safeguard children. She knows how to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse and if a child is at risk of being exposed to extreme views. The childminder is familiar with the procedures to follow and knows she must report any concerns and allegations to the relevant authorities. n The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation to support her to make ongoing improvements to the quality of her practice. She continually develops her knowledge and skills and identifies precise areas for further improvement. She has recently updated her paediatric first-aid training, enabling her to manage any injuries that children might encounter in the home and on outings. n The childminder knows to notify Ofsted of any changes to her circumstances.

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This provision meets requirements

For example, she understands that all checks must be completed by Ofsted if she has someone working or living in her household, to ensure their suitability. n The childminder has a good knowledge of her responsibility to observe and assess children's development. She knows how to use this information to monitor their progress and plan for their future learning. There is a wide range of interesting resources and toys accessible to children. The childminder discusses how she provides many opportunities for children to follow their interests as they lead their own play. n The childminder describes how to support children to learn about healthy lifestyles. She intends to give clear messages that educate children to make healthy food choices. The childminder has plenty of opportunities for children's physical play and exercise using her garden and local community resources. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She describes

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This provision meets requirements

how she intends to promote positive behaviour to help teach children right from wrong. The childminder understands the importance of teaching them how to manage their feelings and about how their actions have consequences. The childminder understands and knows the value of promoting an inclusive environment to help children learn to respect others' similarities and differences.

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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 EY430548 Local authority Leicester Inspection number 10114530 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 5 to 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 20 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Leicester. She operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the resources and the areas of the childminder's home that are used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and how she intends to support children's progress and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household and the childminder's qualification certificates. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children.

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Inspection activities

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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17 October 2019 17 October 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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