Childminder EY246865

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, other professionals and other early years providers that the children in her care attend, to ensure she meets children's individual needs consistently. n The childminder can identify signs and symptoms of abuse. She has a thorough understanding of the reporting procedures to follow, should she have concerns about the safety and welfare of the children. n The childminder explains how she uses training to improve her skills to meet the needs of the children in her care. She seeks the views of parents by using questionnaires to obtain feedback about the service she provides, and identifies how she uses this information to make changes and drive improvement. n The childminder understands the curriculum well and knows how to plan a wide range of activities to support children's learning and development. She is aware of how to assess children's progress, and address any gaps in their learning, so

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they achieve the best possible outcomes. n The childminder understands the importance of effective settling-in procedures to support children emotionally and help them feel secure in her care. For example, she understands that all children are unique and can explain how she would adapt the settling-in process to meet children's individual needs. n The childminder explains how she uses appropriate strategies to promote positive behaviour and avoid conflicts and disputes. She understands the value and importance of teaching children to explore their own feelings and emotions and how to show empathy towards others.

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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 EY246865 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10124245 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 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 7 May 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Yate, South Gloucestershire. The childminder's setting is open from 7am until 6pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during term time, and from Monday to Thursday during holiday periods. The childminder is in receipt of funding for the provision of free early years education for children aged three and four years. The childminder has a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector reviewed a range of documentation, including policies, procedures and certificates, such as paediatric first aid. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used by the children inside and outdoors. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage and how she delivers the education programme. n The inspector reviewed how the childminder makes observations and carries out assessments of children's development, and how these are used to plan for children's next steps in their learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she evaluates her practice to make improvements to the provision.

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6 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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6 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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