Childminder in Birmingham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children's welfare. She understands how to keep children safe and is fully aware of the procedures to follow to report any concerns. She assesses risks in her home and the places she takes children to, so that they can play and learn in safety. n Through discussion, the childminder clearly demonstrates how she will promote children's learning and development through play. She describes how she will support children to develop skills such as independence and confidence, in readiness for school. n The childminder understands how to observe and assess children's progress. She describes how she will use children's interests to plan activities and offer support to promote their next steps in learning. The childminder knows the importance of keeping parents and other professionals informed about activities to ensure continuity in children's care and learning.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to support children to develop their understanding of good behaviour. She articulates clearly the importance for children to learn to listen to the views of others and to show respect and tolerance. This includes helping children to learn about the world around them as they celebrate different festivals and events. n The childminder understands the importance of ensuring that children receive a healthy diet and regular exercise to promote their well-being. She describes how she plans to use outdoor play areas to help children develop their physical skills, for example by taking them to the local parks. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice to identify areas for further development. She recognises the need to continue to improve her skills and knowledge. She keeps her safeguarding and first-aid training up to date and regularly speaks to other childminders to stay informed

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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 228540 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10072623 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 29 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 1994 and lives in the Sheldon area of Birmingham. She operates all year round from 7.15am until 9.15am and from 3pm until 6.30pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the premises and resources that the childminder uses when caring for children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to explore her understanding of the education inspection framework and how she would implement this. n The inspector sampled documentation, including suitability checks and qualification certificates, and discussed self-evaluation with the childminder.

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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

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