Childminder in Lancashire

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder maintains all required records, policies and training, including paediatric first-aid and safeguarding training. The childminder knows the procedures to follow should he be concerned about a child in his care and the professionals who must be informed. The childminder also has a sound understanding of wider safeguarding issues and how to identify potential concerns. n The childminder understands how to develop and deliver the educational programmes in order to provide children with a wide range of experiences and to support their learning. n The childminder values partnership working with parents and involving them in their individual child's learning. This includes through settling in, starting point assessments and supporting learning at home. n The childminder is aware of the importance of promoting children's good health. He talks through how children will have opportunities for plenty of fresh air and

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This provision meets requirements

exercise and how they can use a range of skills on the garden equipment and resources. n The childminder demonstrates well, his awareness of promoting good attitudes to learning and developing children's resilience. He understands that children require plenty of opportunities to practise their skills and learn ways to overcome challenge.

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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 EY544028 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10193842 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 29 August 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Preston. He operates all year round from 6.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder works with a co-childminder.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and inspector discussed how he intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that he will use when caring for children. n The areas of the premises used by children were viewed by the inspector and the childminder discussed the equipment and toys available. n The safeguarding and welfare requirements were discussed with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

22 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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Inspection activities

22 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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