Childminder in Leicestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms which may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She knows the correct reporting procedures should she have these concerns. The childminder understands that other things may also affect children's welfare, such as being exposed to extreme views or behaviours. She is aware of the correct procedures to follow if an allegation is made against her. n The childminder maintains a current first-aid qualification, which means she can respond correctly in the event of a child having an accident. She has appropriate procedures in place for the recording of any accidents children may have and for sharing this information with parents. n The childminder has completed a safeguarding course, which ensures that her knowledge in this area is up to date. n The childminder will review her own practice by reflecting on the activities she offers. She will seek the views of children by asking for their feedback and input.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder will also ask parents for their views via questionnaires. n The childminder knows how she will deliver the different areas of learning to children. She will assess their current abilities, looking at what they know and can do. Using this information, the childminder will plan how children will achieve their next steps in learning. n The childminder intends to gather important information from parents when their child first starts attending. She will ask about the child's family members, foods they will eat, dietary requirements, what children are able to do and their routines. n The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of how to manage children's behaviour for their different ages and stages of development. n The childminder will offer short settling-in sessions for children when they start in her care. This means that children will be given the opportunity to become familiar with the environment and routines prior to their start date, to support

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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 EY544453 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10103868 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 Burbage, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. Occasionally, the childminder works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises which will be used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the early years foundation stage educational programmes and how she will assess children's achievements. n The inspector reviewed relevant policies and evidence of suitability checks for household members. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.

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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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Inspection activities

12 December 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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