Childminder in Calderdale

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how to safeguard children. She keeps up to date with changes to legislation and can identify a broad range of possible indicators of abuse. This includes where children may be at risk of harm from extreme behaviours and views. The childminder fully understands reporting procedures should she have concerns of a child protection nature. n The childminder has a good knowledge of how to teach children to respect difference. She positively reinforces her behavioural expectations. The childminder has a very secure knowledge of working closely with parents to meet children's individual care, emotional and learning needs. n The childminder has a thorough knowledge of how to plan challenging and varied activities across all the seven areas of learning. She understands the importance of focusing on younger children's communication, physical and social

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skills, to ensure that they have secure foundations for future learning. n The childminder has an excellent knowledge of how to observe, assess and plan for what children need to learn next. She understands how to prepare children for their future move on to school. This includes helping them develop good early literacy and mathematical skills. The childminder understands how she can help children to be motivated and keen learners. n The childminder gave examples of what would present as a hazard to children and how to remove dangers to create a safe and secure environment. She gave a broad range of examples of how she would help children to make healthy choices and learn about healthy lifestyles. These included the importance of physical activity and fresh air. n The childminder discussed the resources that she uses to reflect on her practice, keep up to date with changes and identify future improvements. She has

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attended an early years conference and completed a variety of training to enhance her knowledge. For example, she has completed training on improving children's learning through play, supporting children's early language, and child protection. The childminder understands the importance of gaining the views of parents and children.

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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 EY381949 Local authority Calderdale Inspection number 10074165 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 7 to 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 17 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in the Rishworth area of Sowerby Bridge. During term time, the childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 7am to 9am and from 3pm to 6pm. During the school holidays, the childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm. 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 in use when caring for children and that related to continued professional development. n The inspector undertook a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and observed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder.

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24 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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Inspection activities

24 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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