Childminder in North Yorkshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a very good understanding of safeguarding. She describes her role and responsibility in ensuring that children are kept safe and protected. She is proactive in accessing training and briefings linked to all aspects of safeguarding, including issues such as county lines. n The childminder has procedures to monitor children's progress and identity any gaps in their learning. She knows how to plan a suitable range of age- appropriate play opportunities to inspire and challenge children. n The childminder places great importance on supporting children's emotional health and well-being. She understands how to support children to develop their confidence and self-esteem. She explains how she encourages children to develop independence through their play and daily routines. n The childminder confidently discusses her understanding of the importance of working with parents, carers and other professionals. She is clear about sharing

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information with parents on a regular basis. Parents comment that she is an advocate for their children. n The childminder recognises the importance of self-evaluation and continued professional development to strengthen her knowledge and skills. She accesses training on a breadth of subjects. She then evaluates the impact of any changes. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to support and promote children's well-being. She demonstrates a good awareness of how to help them to build relationships with each other, and cooperate in their play. The childminder has a robust knowledge of strategies for managing behaviour.

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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 EY334180 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10117404 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 3 to 11 Total number of places 10 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 22 May 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Harrogate. She operates during term time from 7am to 9am and from 3pm to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder has a foundation degree in young children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk. The childminder detailed how she provides activities and resources for children across the areas of learning. 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 evidence of the suitability of members of the household, and reviewed policies and procedures. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Inspection activities

27 February 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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27 February 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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