Childminder in Slough

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the ways children learn and develop new skills. She understands how to use this information to monitor their progress and plan for their future learning. n The childminder keeps her knowledge of child protection up to date. She understands her responsibilities in protecting children from harm. She is aware of the possible signs that might indicate a child is at risk and the reporting procedures she must follow. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyle habits. For instance, providing children with healthy balanced meals and opportunities for physical activities. n The childminder recognises the benefits of working in partnerships with parents and others involved with children. She can confidently discuss how she plans to share information with parents and other professionals to support the children in her care. n The childminder recognises her role in teaching children to respect and value

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others. She understands her role in setting clear boundaries to help guide children's behaviour. n The childminder is aware of the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills up to date. For instance, through attending regular training.

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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 EY556329 Local authority Slough Inspection number 10190095 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 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Slough, Berkshire. The childminder works weekdays for most weeks of the year.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the setting and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children, and how she assess and plan for children's learning. n The inspector viewed that areas of the home used by children.

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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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16 July 2021 16 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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