Childminder in Essex

This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of how to identify a child who could be at risk of harm. She knows the appropriate action to take if she had concerns about children's welfare. n During the inspection, the childminder spoke about her personal development and her skills and knowledge to work with children. For example, she keeps up to date by completing a range of recent training courses. n The childminder discussed how she intends to use information gathered from parents to help her get to know children and help them settle in. She describes how she will meet children's individual care needs. n During the inspection, the childminder spoke about how she will provide a range of exciting and challenging experiences for babies, young children and those preparing to move on to school. She explains how she will promote children's independence. n The childminder demonstrates a commitment to forming partnerships with

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parents. She describes how she intends to share information regarding all aspects of children's care and learning. She recognises the importance of working closely with parents. n During the inspection, the childminder demonstrates her knowledge in promoting healthy lifestyles and the need to provide daily outdoor play for children. She understands the importance of teaching children about being healthy. n Through discussion, the childminder is able to demonstrate a commitment to promoting children's positive behaviour. She explains how she will encourage children to share, take turns and think about other people's feelings. n The childminder has a sound knowledge of how children learn. She has a comprehensive understanding of the early years foundation stage. She knows the different areas of development and the intent of activities that she would offer the children.

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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 EY555792 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10174674 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 6 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Colchester, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays that are agreed in advance.

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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 the evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that the childminder uses when minding children. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare, and learning and development. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and household members. She sampled the childminder's documentation, including training certificates. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to provide activities and experiences to support children's learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of promoting

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healthy lifestyles for the children, which included daily outdoor play.

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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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