Childminder in Cumbria

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to safeguard children. She describes the procedures she will follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. She understands the importance of keeping her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She is clear on what would make her concerned and the possible signs that may indicate when a child may need protection. This includes, neglect, abuse, and exposure to extreme views or behaviours. n The childminder explains how she will evaluate her provision and work with other early years professionals to ensure she provides the best possible service. The childminder recognises the significance of carrying out dynamic risk assessments to ensure children's safety, indoors, outdoors and for outings. She understands the importance of her own continuous professional development to further enhance the quality of the curriculum. The childminder ensures her

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paediatric first-aid qualification is always valid, and her public liability insurance is renewed annually. n The childminder understands the importance of building a secure attachment with children to promote their confidence, and emotional and physical well- being. Through discussion, she demonstrates a good knowledge of positive behaviour management to support children's good behaviour. The childminder explains how she will help children to develop their independence and social skills. She understands the importance of children learning these skills, so that they are well prepared for the next stage of their education. The childminder describes how she will provide an inclusive provision where all children and their families are welcome. n The childminder is aware of the benefits of promoting children's physical development and helping them to understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She gave examples of the many outdoor, nature-based learning

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opportunities and experiences she will provide to enable children to learn about the world around them and their local community. For example, the childminder intends to take children to the beach, explore the harbour, engage in walking groups and meet other people in the community. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She explains how she will use a range of teaching strategies to meet children's specific learning and development needs. She shares how she will monitor the progress that children make to identify any gaps in their learning, so that additional support can be obtained as needed. The childminder describes how she will work in partnership with parents. She plans to share information about children's progress with their parents and help them to continue to support children's learning at home.

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This provision meets requirements

13 January 2022 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 EY563724 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 10191325 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 Maryport, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides free funded early years education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 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 viewed parts of the premises the childminder intends to use for childminding. n The inspector determined how the childminder plans to deliver educational programmes in the early years age group, including the activities, experiences and resources she will offer. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance.

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Inspection activities

13 January 2022 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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