Childminder EY560470

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She can identify the possible signs of abuse and understands the correct procedure to follow if she had any concerns about children. n The childminder explains how she will use her observations of children to identify what children need to learn next. She understands the importance of completing assessments, such as the progress check for children aged between two and three years, to help her to identify children's strengths and any areas where their progress is less than expected. n The childminder demonstrates how she will work in partnership with parents. She explains how she intends to share regular information with parents about the educational programme she will provide. She acknowledges the importance of sharing information with other settings attended by children to support children's ongoing progress and continuity of care.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she will manage children's behaviour in a positive and supportive way. She understands the importance for children to learn to be considerate of one another's feelings. n The childminder maintains a safe environment for children. She describes the procedures she implements to ensure children are not able to leave the premises unsupervised. n The childminder explains how she will offer children and parents a gradual introduction to her setting. She understands the importance of ensuring children feel emotionally secure in her care. n The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her provision. She attends regular training courses to continue to improve her knowledge and skills.

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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 EY560470 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10198784 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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Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 10 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Malvern. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 6. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector discussed with the childminder the curriculum she intends to provide and how she will undertake observation, assessment, and planning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's qualification and training certificates. n The inspector looked at the premises and discussed risk assessments carried out by the childminder to minimise potential hazards. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks for people within the home.

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20 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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20 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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