Childminder in Devon

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a valid first-aid certificate in place. n The childminder does not have public liability insurance in place. n The childminder knows how to risk assess her home to ensure that the premises are safe and suitable for children. She identifies potential hazards and recognises the importance of minimising these risks to children. For example, she ensures hazardous items and substances are kept out of reach of children. n The childminder comprehends the early years foundation stage requirements (EYFS). She understands how children learn and she plans her curriculum with this in mind. She demonstrates, through discussion, the role of observations and assessment to identify where children are in their learning so that she can plan for the next stage in their development. n The childminder knows how to safeguard children and keep them safe. She knows the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns about children's

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welfare. She is familiar with current legislation and guidance, such as children who may be at risk of radicalisation and female genital mutilation. n The childminder understands how to work in partnership with parents to ensure continuity of children's care. She knows how to gather appropriate information when children first start to cater for their individual needs. n The childminder explains how she supports children's independence and encourages them to learn to take appropriate risks for themselves. The childminder understands the importance of providing children with age- appropriate boundaries as they learn to manage their own behaviour. n The childminder explains how she reviews her practice. She shows relevant documentation and has mandatory policies in place.

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This provision does not meet requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 EY561956 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10191299 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 2018 and lives in the town of Bideford, in North Devon. She offers care from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. The childminder has a relevant level 3 childcare qualification. The setting is called 'E-I-O'.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the areas where childminding will take place and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the requirements of the EYFS. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

10 November 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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10 November 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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