Childminder in Lancashire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder fully understands her role and responsibility in protecting children from harm. She knows the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child in her care. She is alert to possible signs and symptoms of abuse and any neglect. The childminder completes risk assessments to help her maintain a safe and secure environment for children. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, a very robust understanding of how to support children's learning and development. She carefully explains how she will gather detailed information about children's existing skills and abilities and consider each child's individual needs. The childminder shares documentation highlighting how she will observe, assess and plan for children's continued learning, in order for them to make good progress. n The childminder describes the importance of supporting children's emotional well-being and physical health. She describes how she will encourage children to

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talk about their feelings and help them to manage their behaviours through positive reinforcement. The childminder demonstrates how she will provide healthy and nutritious meals for children. She explains how she intends to provide opportunities for children to engage in lots of energetic play outside. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She plans to share information about children's learning and development with parents and offer advice about how they can support their children's learning at home. The childminder describes a range of communication strategies that include face-to-face discussions, telephone calls, emails and communication diaries. n The childminder takes steps to continually improve her knowledge and understanding. She engages in a wealth of training opportunities to help her to improve her practice. The childminder evaluates her service. She discusses the

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importance of gathering views from parents and children and how she would use any comments or suggestions to inform improvements.

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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 EY548665 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10133779 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Wesham. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.15am to 6pm, all year round, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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 her evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she supports partnerships with parents. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service to ensure continuous improvement. n The inspector looked at documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training, and evidence of the suitability of members of the household. n The inspector viewed all areas of the home, as well as areas where the childminding will take place.

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20 October 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 October 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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