Childminder in Essex

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder confidently describes safeguarding and child protection. She knows the possible signs of harm to look for and the steps to take to protect children. The childminder has improved her knowledge of wider safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent' duty and female genital mutilation. She is very clear about her duty to protect children and that this takes priority over any sensitivity for the feelings of adults. n The childminder has a detailed understanding of what children need to learn and when to introduce new skills. She appreciates children's individual needs and the different ways in which they learn. The childminder easily identifies experiences that broaden children's knowledge of the world and the people around them. She recognises the importance of supporting children to develop excellent communication skills and to have a wide vocabulary. She describes how to build on children's knowledge and skills so that they become more adept at practical

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tasks and quicker thinkers. The childminder knows how to support children to prepare for school, helping to promote their independence, communication skills, concentration and eagerness to learn. n The childminder describes the importance of being sensitive to children's emotional needs and recognising these as they change. She explains how to help children learn to express their feelings and frustrations as calmly as possible. The childminder clearly expresses how she makes sure children have a good understanding of how to behave well, to be respectful towards others and to value differences and similarities in the way people live their lives. n The childminder appreciates and values effective partnerships with parents. She explains how good communication is a vital part of partnership working. She knows how to establish and maintain good relationships with parents to support children. The childminder explains how working together helps to promote

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This provision meets requirements

children's development and to identify where more support may be needed. She explains how she keeps parents well informed about children's experiences. The childminder describes how showing interest and curiosity in children's lives helps her understand their learning needs. n The childminder knows how to assess the environment to ensure it is safe for children. She describes how she helps children learn to keep themselves safe and to identify risks. The childminder has a suitable range of equipment and resources to enable her to meet children's needs.

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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 EY345418 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10193751 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 2 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Saffron Walden, Essex. The childminder operates from 8am until 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 childminder and has taken this into account in the evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the provision for children's learning is organised. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder works with parents. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the children are kept safe and the procedures for safeguarding and child protection. n The inspector reviewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder.

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Inspection activities

4 August 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

4 August 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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