Childminder in Derbyshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of her duty to safeguard children's welfare, including the wider safeguarding remit. She recognises the possible signs that could indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder is fully aware of the procedures to follow should she need to report any concerns. She regularly attends safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date. The childminder assesses risks in her home and the places she takes children to, so that they can play and learn in safety. n The childminder is professional and well organised. She demonstrates a good understanding of the learning and development requirements, and discusses how she will use a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning styles and support her curriculum. She understands how to create exciting learning opportunities, indoors and outdoors, to support children to make good progress across all areas of learning.

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n The childminder is highly experienced and has a good understanding of how to support children's language and communication skills. For example, she plans to use role-play resources to extend children's vocabulary and language development. n The childminder understands the importance of gradual settling-in procedures and of forming bonds and attachments with children. She demonstrates how she will work with parents to ensure her practice and routines are tailored to children's individual needs. n Through discussion, the childminder clearly demonstrates how she will support children to develop skills in readiness for school. She demonstrates her understanding of how to work with parents and other professionals to ensure children are well prepared for their move on to school and other settings. n The childminder has a strong understanding of how to promote positive behaviour. She describes how she will role model and teach children to share

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and take turns. The childminder clearly demonstrates how she will help children to develop positive relationships and to be tolerant, kind and respectful towards others. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of supporting children's health and self-care skills. Children will benefit from healthy snacks and have regular opportunities for exercise. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to reflect on the quality of her practice. She undertakes regular training, including safeguarding and first aid, to help update her knowledge and skills. She regularly speaks to other childminders to keep abreast of changes in early years.

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This provision meets requirements

16 March 2020 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 208078 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10072540 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 28 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Holymoorside, Chesterfield. She operates all year round from from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for Christmas, bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n Ofsted is aware of the challenges that Covid-19 is currently posing to those we inspect. During this visit, the inspector took into consideration the impact of any measures being taken to slow the spread of Coronavirus by the provider. This has included the effect these measures have had on the current attendance of the children. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk and viewed all areas of the home that are used when caring for children. They discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to provide activities and experiences that support children's learning. n The childminder explained how she reviews the quality and effectiveness of her setting and how she keeps children safe from harm. n The inspector looked at some documentation with the childminder, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and that of household members.

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16 March 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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