Childminder EY281916

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of child protection, such as the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows where to report any concerns about a child's welfare or safety. n The childminder is aware of how to manage children's behaviour. She explains how she will praise children's achievements, such as to clap her hands and to give them verbal praise. She talks about how she will help children to manage their feelings. n The childminder intends to reflect on her practice and to involve parents and children to help her to identify areas for improvement. n The childminder explains how she will work in partnership with parents. She plans to share information with them about children's learning and to support them to continue their children's learning at home. n The childminder explains how she will gather information from parents when children first start in order to help her to meet their individual needs. For

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example, she plans to obtain information about their care routines and prior learning. She explains how she will use this information to plan for children's learning. n The childminder is aware of how to observe and monitor the progress children make. She demonstrates a suitable understanding of how to plan for children's learning. The childminder is aware of the requirement to complete a written summary following the progress check for children aged between two and three years. She intends to share this with parents and health visitors. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to work in partnership with schools and other early years settings children may attend. She explains how she will share information with them about children's learning. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to promote children's good health. She plans to gather information from parents about children's medical

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and dietary needs. She intends to offer children healthy snacks and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. n The childminder explains how she will help children to develop their knowledge of how to care for the environment. For example, children will grow vegetables, learn about recycling and how to care for animals.

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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 EY281916 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10114418 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 4 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 1 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Retford. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she uses when caring for children. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability for persons living in the household.

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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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