Childminder in Oxfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discussed how she assesses children regularly and considers each child's individual needs and stage of development. She explains how she uses this knowledge to plan a variety of learning experiences to support their next steps and continued progress. n The childminder understands the importance of having strong partnerships with parents. She values the role that parents play in supporting their children's learning. She explains how she will share children's progress with parents and how she will involve parents, should children need additional support. n The childminder explains how she promotes consistent boundaries to support children's emotional security. She describes how she gives children the opportunities they need to talk about their experiences and feelings. n The childminder knows how to protect children's welfare. She attends regular training and keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date. The childminder is

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aware of the signs and symptoms that may raise a concern about a child's welfare. She understands the local procedures to follow to report her concerns. n The childminder describes how she supports children's health and well-being. She explains how children enjoy daily walks in the community and how she talks to them about the importance of eating food that is good for their bodies. n The childminder takes steps to enhance her professional development. For example, she has attended training and gained new skills and knowledge about how to support children's language development. The childminder discussed how she seeks the views of parents and of children to support her to improve the quality of her provision.

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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 2502438 Local authority Reading Inspection number 10191730 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 4 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 Reading, Berkshire. The childminder works Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5.30pm, for most weeks of the year. She holds a relevant home-based childcare qualification.

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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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk together. They discussed how the setting promotes children's learning and development. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household and the childminder's qualification certificates. n The inspector checked the childminder's knowledge about how to safeguard children, including the procedures she would follow if she had concerns.

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Inspection activities

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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25 January 2022 25 January 2022 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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