Childminder in Somerset

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows her responsibilities regarding all aspects of safeguarding children. She knows what to do if children are at risk of harm. The childminder continues to keep her premises safe and maintain her insurance. She holds a current paediatric first-aid qualification. The childminder is clear about what she is required to keep Ofsted informed of. n The childminder is aware of the changes to the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. For example, she has begun to review her policies and procedures, as part of her self-evaluation. However, although she wants to seek training to refresh and update her knowledge before returning to childminding, she has not yet focused on her professional development. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands how children learn and how to plan challenging activities according to their developmental stages. She knows the importance of supporting children's key areas, especially their

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communication and language skills. The childminder has a well-resourced designated playroom and talks confidently about how she will plan her environment inside and outside, to support children's development. n The childminder remains aware of the value of working in partnership with parents and other settings children may attend. For example, by finding out children's starting points and sharing ongoing information, they can provide consistent care and learning for children. The childminder has experience of working with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and knows how to support children who may not be progressing as they should be. n The childminder recognises the significance of providing an inclusive service. She explains how she will support children's positive awareness of people's differences. The childminder will encourage children to develop respect for all living things and their environment. She knows how to manage children's

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behaviour, according to their age and understanding. n The childminder knows how to help children develop a healthy lifestyle, including oral health. She intends to provide daily opportunities for children to be active, rest and learn about healthy eating.

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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 2515409 Local authority Somerset Inspection number 10204346 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 5 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 2019. She lives in Burnham on sea in Somerset. The childminder provides care for children from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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 childminder showed the inspector premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she continues to meet the statutory requirements. n The childminder described to the inspector how she intends to plan for children's development and access their progress. She showed the inspector how she intends to use her environment and resources. n The inspector checked required documentation and discussed safeguarding procedures with the childminder.

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20 September 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 September 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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