Childminder in Plymouth

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discussed how she works effectively with parents to establish children's starting points. She knows how to build on these to ensure children make positive progress in their development. The childminder understands how to plan activities around children's interests to help extend their knowledge and experiences. n The childminder knows and understands her responsibility in keeping children safe from harm. She is aware of local safeguarding procedures and how to deal with allegations if necessary. The childminder explains how she carries out risk assessments to ensure resources are safe for children to use. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice and how to identify any areas for development. She recognises the importance of training to improve her skills and knowledge. n The childminder explains how she manages children's behaviour, encouraging them to be kind, caring and considerate of others. She discussed how she will

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This provision meets requirements

model positive interactions to support children's personal, social and emotional development. n The childminder understands the importance of working with other professionals, such as the local school, to provide children with continuity of care and learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of talking to children about healthy care practices such as hygiene routines and the importance of daily exercise and fresh air.

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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 EY557494 Local authority Plymouth Inspection number 10175243 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 3 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and is located in Plymouth, Devon. She offers care Monday to Thursday from 3.30pm to 5.30pm and Friday mornings from 7.30am to 8.45am, during term time. In school holidays, the childminder offers care Monday to Thursday from 9am to 5pm.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the 2020-21 COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she meets all statutory requirements. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including safeguarding policies, public liability insurance, the childminder's suitability and validity of her paediatric first-aid certificate. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk together and looked at areas of the house used for childminding.

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Inspection activities

19 May 2021 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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19 May 2021 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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