Childminder 959719

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has addressed the weaknesses identified at his previous inspection. He understands how to use information gained from observations and assessment to plan challenging activities for children. n The childminder has a wide range of toys and resources available to support children's learning in all areas of the curriculum. He intends to update and replace toys as required, to meet children's changing needs and interests. n The childminder understands how to support children's healthy development by providing nutritious snacks, following good hygiene practices and providing daily opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise. He plans to take children on trips to local parks and to places of interest in the community. He discusses how these trips will help to broaden children's experiences of the community and the natural world. n The childminder describes how he will help children to learn self-care skills and

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This provision meets requirements

independence by giving them age-appropriate tasks and responsibilities, such as tidying away toys that they have finished playing with. n The childminder explains how he will manage children's behaviour using consistent and age-appropriate strategies that support children's understanding of right from wrong. He describes how he will promote an inclusive environment to help children learn to respect the similarities and differences of others. n The childminder understands how to safeguard children. He is able to describe the signs and symptoms of abuse. He knows the correct procedures to follow if he were to have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder understands what may present a hazard to young children and takes steps to remove or minimise potential risks. He has a clear understanding of his responsibility to report any incidents, complaints or allegations to the relevant authorities.

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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 959719 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10096221 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 0 Date of previous inspection 4 February 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999. He works with his wife, who is also a registered childminder. They live in Earl Shilton, Leicestershire. The childminder operates his service all year round from 7.30am to 7pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an appropriate early years qualification at level 5.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the resources and the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. The inspector discussed with the childminder how he intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how he intends to support children's progress and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household, and the childminder's qualification certificates. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish his understanding of how to safeguard children.

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Inspection activities

11 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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11 March 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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