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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Davis, Kirsty

Inspected 9 Jul 2021 · published 3 Aug 2021 · URN EY376373

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  • Inspection date verified

    9 Jul 2021

  • Inspectors verified

    Linda Williamson

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY376373

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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−43Criticalmore positive than 7% of reports of this type graded Met
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Praiseconsistent
Criticismnot metconcerns

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  • Findings6w−50
  • What needs to improve315w−16

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5
Words of findings
316
about usual (typical 350)
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Flesch 47, typical 47
Average sentence
17 words
Next steps
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 43%About the inspection 56%

Full report text

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides a homely environment indoors and outdoors. She understands the importance of finding out about children's interests in order to provide accessible resources that engage and motivate children during their play. She describes how she encourages children of all ages to share and take turns. n The childminder ensures that all mandatory training is up to date, including first aid, safeguarding and food hygiene. In addition, she recognises that the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic may have had an impact on some children. She is completing online training to improve her knowledge and understanding of children's mental health. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents. She describes how she provides additional help for children and their families affected by the pandemic. She understands the importance of using information from children and parents to identify new and adapt existing activities.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding. She knows what to do in the event of concerns about a child's welfare and safety. She describes how she works in partnership with schoolteachers and pre-school staff to provide consistent and complimentary care and support for all children. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. She provides children with healthy food choices and explains why physical activity is important to help them stay fit and well.

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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 EY376373 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10193867 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 5 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 11 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Winkleigh, Devon. She operates before and after school from 8am to 9am and from 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 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 some documentation, including training certificates, the attendance register and insurance. n The childminder talked to the inspector about how she organises her provision and how she uses the premises to care for the children's well-being and safety.

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Inspection activities

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

9 July 2021 9 July 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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Inspection activities

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