Childminder in Slough

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the benefit of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She knows this helps to provide children with consistent support. n The childminder keeps up to date on safeguarding regulations. She understands her responsibilities in protecting children from harm. She is aware of the possible signs that might indicate a child is at risk and the reporting procedures she must follow. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates a secure understanding of the planning and assessment process to support children's learning. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyle habits. She recognises the importance of providing children with healthy balanced meals and opportunities for physical activities. n The childminder extends her knowledge and skills, for example through

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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 EY556229 Local authority Slough Inspection number 10190389 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 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Slough, Berkshire. The childminder is available Monday to Friday, between 4pm and 6pm during term time and between 9am and 6pm, during school holidays. She holds a professional childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. 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 viewed relevant documentation, including paediatric first-aid qualifications and public liability insurance. n The inspector viewed a range of relevant policies childminder has in place and had discussions about how these would be implemented. n The arrangements for safeguarding children were checked. n Discussions were held with the childminder about practice, especially how she assesses children and will provide suitable learning activities and experiences for them.

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Inspection activities

27 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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