Childminder in Nottinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. Daily checks and risk assessments of her home help the childminder to identify and to remove any potential hazards to children. n The childminder recognises the importance of continuing her professional development. She appreciates how this helps to improve her skills and knowledge. The childminder is keen to access an emotional well-being course to help further support children during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice and how to identify any areas for development. For example, in a children's questionnaire, they say they do not know how to access drinking water in the setting. In response, the childminder has introduced jugs of water.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to support children's emotional well-being. The childminder describes how she intends to build close and secure relationships with children. She will encourage children to talk about their feelings and express their emotions. The childminder is aware of how to help children to manage and learn about their own feelings and behaviour. She understands the importance of being a positive role model. The childminder explained how she will implement boundaries and expectations consistently so that children know what is expected of them. n The childminder has arrangements in place to promote children's health and well-being. She recognises the benefit of children having regular opportunities for outdoor play, fresh air, and physical activities. Furthermore, the childminder will provide fresh, nutritionally balanced, home-cooked meals for children when they arrive from school. n The childminder has a good range of resources and toys to meet children's

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This provision meets requirements

individual needs and interests. She talks about the importance of children making choices about what activities they want to do and how she regularly changes the resources to support children's engagement. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents and other settings children attend to help complement their care and development. n The childminder recognises the benefits of broadening children's horizons beyond the experiences they have at home. For example, she considers it is valuable for children to interact with and learn about her pets.

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This provision meets requirements

28 July 2021 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 EY563330 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10191352 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 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and she lives in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire. She provides before- and after-school care for children aged from 4 to 11 years, term time only. The morning session runs from 7am to 9am, and the after-school session runs from 3.20pm to 5.30pm. The childminder holds an appropriate teaching 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 all areas of the home used by children. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including policies and evidence of paediatric first aid and public liability insurance. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years of age and checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications.

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Inspection activities

28 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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Inspection activities

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