Childminder EY330005

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of using observations and assessments to track children's progress and plan for their next steps in learning. She is confident about how she would follow children's interests to help children remain motivated and engaged. The childminder talks about how she would use everyday routines to extend children's learning. n The childminder discusses the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder keeps all mandatory training up to date, such as first aid. She understands how to keep children safe and undertakes regular checks to ensure that her environment is secure. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging healthy lifestyles. She discusses how activities, such as walking to school and playing in the garden, help to ensure children have fresh air and exercise. n The childminder discusses her plans for improvement. She knows areas where

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she can improve further and has identified professional development opportunities to help develop her knowledge and skills. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to help support children's individual needs. n The childminder discusses how she helps children to develop their independence skills. For example, she explains how she encourages children to dress themselves and manage their own personal hygiene in preparation for starting school. n The childminder explains how she manages children's behaviour. She discusses how she works in partnership with parents and teachers to develop clear and consistent behavioural expectations. n The childminder has a range of resources to support children's learning and development. n The childminder discusses how she helps children to develop friendships with other children. She explains how she places a high priority on developing

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children's communication. The childminder talks about how she encourages children to listen to others and express their thoughts and ideas.

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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 EY330005 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10117395 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 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 4 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in East Cowton. She operates during term time from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder is available during school holidays by prior arrangement. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of safeguarding procedures. n The inspector checked the evidence of suitability of all relevant members of the household. n The inspector viewed a range of documents, such as policies and risk assessments. n The inspector took into account the views of parents.

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14 January 2020 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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14 January 2020 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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