Childminder in Wolverhampton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes the changes she will make in order to meet the government's COVID-19 (coronavirus) guidelines. For example, the use of face masks and hand gel before entering her premises and the restriction of visitors help to promote safety and to reduce the risk of infection. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. Daily checks and risk assessments of her home help the childminder to identify and to remove any potential hazards to children. n The childminder explains how she uses a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning styles and to support her curriculum. She has systems in place to observe and to monitor children's progress and to swiftly identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains

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how she helps children to develop positive relationships and how she incorporates sharing, turn-taking and respect for others into daily activities. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating, being physically active and spending time outdoors. n The childminder explains how she builds secure bonds with children to promote their emotional well-being and independence. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents and other professionals to help promote continuity of care and learning. n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills. For example, she has support from local authority advisers and completes her own online research.

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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 EY553941 Local authority Wolverhampton Inspection number 10174402 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the Bushbury area of Wolverhampton. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, including bank holidays and excluding family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the 2020-21 COVID-19 pandemic. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living in the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children.

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24 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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24 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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