Childminder in Central Bedfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides a welcoming, nurturing, and clean environment. It is very well resourced and supports the learning needs and interests of children of all ages. n The childminder plans her environment to promote independence for all the children. She shares how she will support children to be independent and manage their personal care and hygiene. The childminder talks about how she keeps children safe, both indoors and outdoors. n The childminder understands the importance of working with others. She describes how she will work in partnership with teachers, pre-schools, and nurseries to ensure consistency for the children. n The childminder recognises the importance of finding out what children know and can do. She is able to talk about how she would plan activities to excite and motivate children with their learning. n The childminder demonstrates exceptional knowledge and understanding of the

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'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. She uses this knowledge to share how she would sequence learning for even the youngest of children. n The childminder understands the importance of developing children's communication and language skills. For example, she will use puppets and objects when singing and reading stories to children, to engage and develop a love of books. n The childminder knows how to safeguard children and protect them from harm. She has a secure knowledge of safeguarding. Her extensive safeguarding training record shows that she attends regular training to keep the children in her care safe from harm. n The childminder understands the importance of providing opportunities for children to experience the wider world. The childminder describes how outings to the park, playgroups, and zoos inspire children's interest within their local community. n The childminder understands the importance of strong relationships with

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parents. She describes how she will share information about their child's development and help promote consistency in children's care routines and learning.

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This provision meets 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 EY563512 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10191705 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 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Leighton Buzzard. She operates all year round, from 7.30am until 5.30pm Monday to Wednesday and Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 4.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector completed a learning walk with the childminder to understand how the early years provision and the curriculum are organised. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home she will use for childminding. She explained how she will keep children safe in her care. n The childminder described how she will organise her provision, including the learning programmes for children. n The inspector reviewed a range of documents, including the childminder's qualifications, training and the suitability of household members. n The inspector held discussions with parents and took account of their views.

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Inspection activities

24 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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