Childminder in Nottingham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of all aspects of safeguarding, including the procedures to follow should she have concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. n The childminder has completed paediatric first-aid training. This contributes to her up-to-date knowledge of how to deal with accidents. She has an awareness of the need to record accidents, injuries and medicines given. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice, to help identify areas for further development. For example, she has accessed training to help support children's well-being, she considers this will help her to help them to feel safe and secure. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour in a supportive way. She understands the benefits of giving children opportunities to build on their sharing and turn taking skills. n The childminder demonstrates through discussion that she understands how

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young children learn. She intends to provide children with different activities and support them with appropriate challenge as they play. The childminder understands how to observe play, assess children and plan activities to build on what children already know and can do. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health through physical activities, handwashing procedures and healthy snacks. She intends to make use of her garden and a nearby park to give children regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air. n The childminder is committed to working in partnership with parents and other settings children may attend. She understands how to use these partnerships to support continuity in children's care and learning. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of offering children experiences beyond those they may not otherwise experience. In doing so she recognises

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she is preparing children for the wider world.

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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 EY557105 Local authority Nottingham Inspection number 10190106 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 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Clifton, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an appropriate level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 inspector held discussions with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and the procedures in place to safeguard children's welfare. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used by children. n The inspector reviewed documentation, including polices and evidence of paediatric first-aid and public liability insurance. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements and how to plan for children's individual needs. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years of age.

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13 July 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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13 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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