Childminder in Leicestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she will support children's communication and language skills. For example, she will talk to children, read them stories and sing nursery rhymes with them. n The childminder understands how to work in partnership. She explains how she will find out about children's achievements from other early years settings or schools they also attend. The childminder intends to use this information to complement the learning experiences children receive. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to support children to learn about their own good health, including good oral hygiene. For example, she explains that she will talk to children about healthy foods and the importance of brushing their teeth regularly. n The childminder understands how to support children to manage their own behaviour. For example, she explains how she will encourage children to be patient when they share and take turns.

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This provision meets requirements

n When children first start attending, the childminder intends to speak to parents to find out about children's interests and their prior learning. She explains how she will use this information, along with her own observations and assessments, to plan for children's development. n The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that may suggest a child is at risk of harm, abuse or extreme views and behaviours. She understands to report concerns about children's safety to the appropriate safeguarding agencies. Furthermore, she knows where to report any allegations of abuse made against herself or her family members. n The childminder explains how she will work with parents. She plans to share regular information about children's development and achievements. The childminder explains how she will encourage parents to continue to support their own child's development at home. n The childminder explains how she will encourage children to be independent. For

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This provision meets requirements

example, how they can manage their own self-care needs, such as dressing themselves in coats and shoes and how to take care of their own belongings. n The childminder explains how she will help children to settle when they first start. For example, she will invite children to attend her home for short visits before they are left for longer periods of time. The childminder explains how she will encourage children to bring comforters or toys from home. n The childminder explains how she will keep children safe and promote their good health. She describes her provision of healthy snacks and meals. She also intends to find out information about children's dietary and medical needs when they first start.

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This provision meets requirements

31 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 EY349132 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10132505 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 4 March 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Harby, Melton Mowbray. She operates during the school holidays from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to observe, assess and plan for children's learning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she uses when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability for persons living in the household.

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Inspection activities

31 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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Inspection activities

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