Childminder in Shropshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder's self-evaluation is not effective. She has not renewed her paediatric first-aid training within the last three years. As a result, she is not meeting all of the welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage, or the associated Childcare Register. n The childminder explains how she will provide a stimulating environment that supports children's learning across all areas of their development. She describes how she will plan valuable learning experiences outside that nurture children's love of nature and offer them physical challenge. n The childminder understands how to observe and assess children's progress. She describes how she will use children's interests to plan activities and promote the next steps in their learning. The childminder describes the broad range of techniques she will use to encourage children to talk and express themselves. n The childminder recognises the importance of keeping parents and other

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professionals informed about children's progress to ensure continuity in their care and learning. n The childminder knows how to support children to develop their understanding of good behaviour. She articulates how she will help children to understand right from wrong, to respect others and to use their manners. n The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of how to settle children into her care. She demonstrates a deep understanding of the importance of building and maintaining positive relationships with children. She knows how to help children to feel safe, happy and confident to explore their environment. n The childminder knows how to encourage thorough personal hygiene practices. She also understands the importance of providing children with a snack that will manage their hunger between meals and boost their nutrition. n The childminder has attended training on how to protect children from abuse or

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neglect. She has a good knowledge of the common identifying features of the maltreatment of children. She is fully aware of the procedures to follow to report any concerns about a child.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

ensure that an appropriate paediatric first-aid course is undertaken. 10/08/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY556805 Local authority Shropshire Inspection number 10190295 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Wem, Shropshire. She operates all year round from 7.45am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This is the first routine inspection the setting received since the 2020-21 COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder. She has taken this into account when making a judgement about the overall quality and standards of the early years provision. n The inspector and the childminder toured the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's progress and to plan for the next steps in their learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will safeguard children and how she will evaluate her service and strive for continuous improvement. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and training of the childminder

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Inspection activities

and the suitability of other people living in the house.

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10 June 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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10 June 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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