Childminder in Staffordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder clearly demonstrates how she will track children's development across all aspects of their learning from the outset. She knows how to plan a range of challenging and interesting learning experiences for children. The childminder shows a good understanding of a range of effective teaching strategies. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents and the local school to help ensure consistency in children's care and learning. She plans to share information about children's progress with parents and to help them to support children's learning at home. n The childminder confidently explains how she helps children to learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. She demonstrates a good understanding of how to provide balanced and nutritious meals and snacks for children. The childminder intends to provide a range of opportunities outdoors for children to

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take manageable risks in their play. n The childminder demonstrates a strong understanding of how to promote children's emotional attachments and positive relationships. She has a sound awareness of how to positively manage a wide range of children's behaviours. The childminder clearly demonstrates how she is going to help children to learn about and respect the similarities and differences in people. n The childminder is fully aware of the signs of abuse and the procedure she must follow if she has any concerns about a child in her care. She knows how to minimise any possible risks to children indoors, outdoors and on all outings. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice and identify areas for further development.

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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 EY397579 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 10074304 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 4 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Shareshill, Wolverhampton. She operates term time only from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's progress and plan for the next steps in their learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will safeguard children and how she will evaluate her service and strive for continuous improvement. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and training of the childminder and the suitability of other people living in the household.

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Inspection activities

5 November 2019 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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5 November 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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